1-Octanol CAS 111-87-5
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1-Octanol, also known as n-octanol, is an organic compound that is a colorless, transparent, oily liquid with a strong greasy and citrus odor.
- High Purity – Suitable for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications.
- Stable & Low Volatility – Enhances performance in high-temperature applications.
- Wide Industrial Use – Used in dyes, resins, lubricants, and agrochemicals.
1-Octanol description
Name: 1-Octanol
Synonyms: Octan-1-ol / n-Octanol / Octyl alcohol / Capryl alcohol / 1-Hydroxyoctane
Molecular Formula: C8H18O
Molecular Weight: 130.23
CAS NO.: 111-87-5
Density: 0.827 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 196 °C(lit.)
Melting point: −15 °C(lit.)
Flashing point: 178 °F
Purity: 99%
Appearance: Colorless transparent oily liquid with strong oily smell and citrus smell.
Water Solubility: Almost insoluble in water, but can be miscible with alcohol, ether, chloroform, etc.
Properties: Colorless oily liquid, with dry, sweet and sharp waxy aroma, citrus, orange peel and rose-like scent, like the paste-like base fragrance of wind root, which does not last long. It also has oily fruity aroma, sweet and slightly grassy aroma.
Package: 25kg/drum, 200kg/drum
Storage: Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Store separately from oxidants, acids, and edible chemicals and do not store them together. Equip with appropriate types and quantities of fire-fighting equipment. The storage area should be equipped with leakage emergency treatment equipment and appropriate containment materials.
Safety Protection: May cause irritation and damage to eyes, skin and respiratory tract, please take protective measures when using. If you accidentally inhale or come into contact with octanol, please stay away from the pollution source immediately, ensure ventilation, and seek medical treatment if necessary.
About Us: With over many years as a certified 1-Octanol manufacturer, we combine innovation with stringent production standards to deliver high-performance product.
n-Octanol Technical
| Item | Index |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent oily liquid |
| Assay | 99.5% |
| Carbonyl number ,mg/kg | 150 max |
| Color , APHA | 10 max |
| Hydroxyl value , mg KOH/g | 425-432 |
| Acid value , mg KOH/g | 0.1 max |
| Moisture % | 0.2 max |
| Hydrocarbon % | 0.5 max |
As a certified 1-Octanol factory, we adhere to strict quality protocols, with every batch undergoing rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety.
Octan-1-ol Applications
1. Used in the preparation of spices, also used as a solvent and anti-foam agent.
2. It can be used as raw material of spices, octanal, octanoic acid and its esters, and also can be used as solvent, defoamer and lubricant additive.
3. It can be used in appropriate amount in the type of rose, jasmine, pine needles and so on. It can be harmonized with rose, ylang ylang, antifungal root, orange oil and linalool.
4. Can be used in trace amounts in edible peach, pineapple, coconut, chocolate, various citrus and fruit-based flavor.
5. Mainly used in the formulation of coconut, pineapple, peach, chocolate and citrus flavors.
