Alcohols, C8-10

Description

Alcohols, C8-10 · CAS 85566-12-7 · C10H22O. UNII 89V4LX791F. Boiling Point: 446 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 229 °C; Boiling Point: 230 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	85566-12-7
PubChem CID	8174
Molecular formula	C10H22O
IUPAC name	decan-1-ol
UNII (FDA)	89V4LX791F
FEMA number	2365
JECFA number	103

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	158.28
XLogP3	4.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	8
Exact Mass	158.167065321
Monoisotopic Mass	158.167065321
Topological Polar Surface Area	20.2
Heavy Atom Count	11
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	446 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point	229 °C
Boiling Point	230 °C
Boiling Point	233 °C
Boiling Point	232.9 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	44 °F (USCG, 1999)
Melting Point	7 °C
Melting Point	6.9 °C
Flash Point	180 °F (USCG, 1999)
Flash Point	82 °C (180 °F) - closed cup

Physical description & handling notes

• Decyl alcohol appears as a clear colorless liquid with a sweet fat-like odor. Flash point 180 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air.
• Liquid; Wet Solid; Liquid
• Clear liquid with a sweet odor; [CAMEO] Odor resembles orange flowers; [CHEMINFO]
• Liquid
• COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.
• colourless liquid/floral, waxy, fruity odour

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Fat, Oil
GHS notification summary	1.3% (47 / 3504)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	1.3% (47 / 3504)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (51.7%), H319 (91.8%), H411 (66.3%), H412 (23.5%), H335 (100%), H400, H304, H332

Documented Uses

• Used to produce plasticizers, lubricants, petroleum additives, herbicides, surface active chemicals, and solvents; [Merck Index, 2855] Used in the perfume industry; [HSDB]
• 1-Decanol is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of esters and fragrances and as an artificial flavor in foods.
• Table: Reported uses (ppm): (Flavor and Extract Manufacturers' Association, 1994) [Table#2803]
• In the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, petroleum additives, herbicides, surface active agents, solvents. Has moderate antifoaming capacity.
• For more Uses (Complete) data for 1-DECANOL (7 total), please visit the HSDB record page.
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms

1-DECANOL; Decan-1-ol; Decyl alcohol; 112-30-1; n-Decyl alcohol; n-Decanol; Capric alcohol; Nonylcarbinol; Antak; Royaltac; Caprinic alcohol; n-Decan-1-ol; Agent 504; Alcohol C-10; Primary decyl alcohol; Alfol 10

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Alcohols, C8-10?

CAS 85566-12-7; molecular formula C10H22O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Alcohols, C8-10 known by?

1-DECANOL, Decan-1-ol, Decyl alcohol, 112-30-1, n-Decyl alcohol, n-Decanol.

What is the regulatory status of Alcohols, C8-10?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is Alcohols, C8-10 classified as hazardous?

1.3% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (47 of 3504).

What are the key physical properties of Alcohols, C8-10?

Boiling Point: 446 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 229 °C; Boiling Point: 230 °C; Boiling Point: 233 °C.

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