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2-Octanol

CAS 123-96-6C8H18OMW 130.14 g/mol

2-Octanol (CAS 123-96-6) — formula C8H18O, molecular weight 130.14 g/mol; category organic chemicals.

Product Description

2-Octanol (CAS 123-96-6) is a organic chemicals. Its molecular formula C8H18O comprises 8 C, 18 H, 1 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 130.14 g/mol. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around -31.6 °C, boiling point around 179 °C, LogP about 2.9. Organic chemicals are the largest family of carbon-based compounds, widely used across pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, materials, cosmetics and food industries. Downstream uses span pharmaceutical ingredients, agrochemicals, dyes, solvents, surfactants, food additives and polymer materials. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number123-96-6
Molecular FormulaC8H18O
Molecular Weight130.14 g/mol
Melting Point-31.6 °C
Boiling Point179 °C
LogP2.9
Packaging25/50kg woven bags, 20/25/50kg fibre drums, 200kg plastic drums, 1000kg IBC (subject to order confirmation)
Applicationsagrochemicals, dyes, solvents, food additives and polymer materials. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering
CategoryOrganic Chemicals|Flavors

Applications

Documented applications: agrochemicals, dyes, solvents, food additives and polymer materials. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering.

Packaging & Storage

Packaging25/50kg woven bags, 20/25/50kg fibre drums, 200kg plastic drums, 1000kg IBC (subject to order confirmation)

Technical Profile

What this product is

2-Octanol is a carbon-based organic compound with CAS registry number 123-96-6 and molecular formula C8H18O (molecular weight 130.14 g/mol), belonging to the organic chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 123-96-6

Its molecular formula C8H18O comprises 8 C, 18 H, 1 O atoms.

Also known as: 2-Octanol · 仲辛醇

Category: organic chemicals / food flavors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Octanol?

The CAS registry number of 2-Octanol is 123-96-6.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Octanol?

Molecular formula C8H18O, molecular weight 130.14 g/mol.

What other names is 2-Octanol known by?

It is also registered under: 2-Octanol, 仲辛醇.

What are the documented applications of 2-Octanol?

Recorded applications: agrochemicals, dyes, solvents, food additives and polymer materials. As a sourcing and distribution partner we can help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, with COA and compliance files provided before ordering.

Which category does 2-Octanol belong to?

Category: Organic Chemicals / Flavors.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for 2-Octanol (CAS 123-96-6), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number123-96-6
PubChem CID20083
Molecular formulaC8H18O
Molecular weight130.14 g/mol
IUPAC nameoctan-2-ol
InChIKeySJWFXCIHNDVPSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
UNII (FDA)66B0DD5E40
ChEBI IDCHEBI:37869
FEMA number2801
JECFA number289

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight130.23
XLogP32.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count1
Rotatable Bond Count5
Exact Mass130.135765193
Monoisotopic Mass130.135765193
Topological Polar Surface Area20.2
Heavy Atom Count9

Physicochemical values on record

Boiling Point179 °C
Boiling Point179.00 to 181.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point178.5 °C
Boiling Point180 °C
Boiling Point179.3 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point-31.6 °C
Melting Point-38.6 °C
Flash Point76 °C
SolubilityIn water, 1120 mg/L at 25 C
Solubility1.2 mg/mL at 25 °C

Documented uses on record

    Used in perfumes, disinfectant soaps, solvents (fats, waxes, lacquers, and enamels) and to make other organic compounds; [HSDB] Use as paint solvent, textile wetting agent, and component of brake fluid; [Ullmann]Painting (Solvents) [Category: Paint]

    Synonyms and trade names

    2-OCTANOL; Octan-2-ol; 123-96-6; 2-Octyl alcohol; Hexylmethylcarbinol; 2-Hydroxyoctane; 1-Methylheptyl alcohol; sec-Caprylic alcohol; Methylhexylcarbinol; 1-Methyl-1-heptanol; n-Octan-2-ol; Hexyl methyl carbinol; 2-Hydroxy-n-octane; Methyl hexyl carbinol; sec-OCTYL ALCOHOL; beta-Octyl alcohol

    Regulatory listings held on file

    Regulatory & Food ContactEU 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, Mushroom
    GHS notification summary0.3% (6 / 1874)

    GHS hazard classification

    GHS notification summary0.3% (6 / 1874)
    Reported hazard statementsH315 (12.3%), H318 (82.8%), H319 (16.9%), H226 (25%), H411 (25%), H227, H305, H316

    This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.3% (6 of 1874) of reports.

    H315 (12.3%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

    What the public record says

    2-Octanol is identified by CAS 123-96-6, molecular formula C8H18O and molecular weight 130.14 g/mol. UNII 66B0DD5E40; ChEBI 37869; InChIKey SJWFXCIHNDVPSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 179 °C; Boiling Point: 179.00 to 181.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 178.5 °C.

    Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.

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