2-Octanol is a typical aliphatic secondary alcohol with wide application value in fine chemical industry. It can be used as high-efficiency solvent, organic synthetic raw material and emulsifier intermediate. It is mainly applied to synthesize plasticizers, surfactant additives, perfume essences and daily chemical essence raw materials. It also serves as important raw material for producing flotation agents, lubricant additives and pesticide emulsifiers. In pharmaceutical industry, it is used to prepare drug synthesis solvents and auxiliary intermediates. Besides, it is commonly used as oil field chemical auxiliary, industrial cleaning agent raw material and organic reaction medium, and plays an essential role in daily chemical processing, chemical separation extraction and industrial formula preparation fields.

This product is flammable liquid with mild irritation and low toxicity. Its volatile vapor may irritate respiratory tract, cause throat discomfort, dizziness and slight breathing discomfort after long-term inhalation. Skin contact will cause mild degreasing effect, lead to skin dryness, slight redness and itching symptoms. Direct eye contact can produce obvious stimulation, cause tearing and conjunctival discomfort, and need timely flushing with plenty of clean water. Accidental ingestion will cause nausea, stomach discomfort and mild gastrointestinal reaction. Working environment must keep well ventilated, operators need to wear protective gloves and chemical safety goggles, stay away from open flame and static electricity. Store in fireproof cool warehouse, separate from oxidants and strong acids. Waste liquid and empty containers shall be treated in accordance with chemical waste standards to prevent fire hidden dangers and environmental pollution risks.