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1-Octanol, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
1-Octanol is used as a precursor to prepare esters, which is used in perfumes and flavorings. It is used as food additive, anti-foaming agent and emulsifier in anti-rust emulsions. It is widely involved in chemical industry for the synthesis of ethoxylates, alkyl sulfates and ether sulfates. It is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, waxes, and surface coatings and mainly involved in agricultural chemistry to inhibit excessive growth of tobacco plants.
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1-Octanol is used as a precursor to prepare esters, which is used in perfumes and flavorings. It is used as food additive, anti-foaming agent and emulsifier in anti-rust emulsions. It is widely involved in chemical industry for the synthesis of ethoxylates, alkyl sulfates and ether sulfates. It is used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, waxes, and surface coatings and mainly involved in agricultural chemistry to inhibit excessive growth of tobacco plants.
Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ether and propylene glycol. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Specifications
Melting Point
°C to 16°C
Density
0.825
Boiling Point
193°C to 195°C
Flash Point
81°C (177°F)
Assay Percent Range
99%
Refractive Index
1.429
Linear Formula
CH3(CH2)7OH
Quantity
500 mL
Beilstein
1697461
Merck Index
14,6751
Hazard Category
H227-H319
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H315-H319-H227
Precautionary Statement
P210-P264b-P280-P305+P351+P338-P370+P378q-P501c
EINECSNumber
203-917-6
RTECSNumber
RH6550000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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