| Formula / Notation | C8H18O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 111-87-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 130.23 |
| Melting Point | 5 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 383 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.829 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | In water, 540 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Appearance | Octanol appears as a clear colorless liquid with a penetrating aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and floats on water. Vapors heavier than air. Vapors may irritate the eyes, nose, and respiratory sy... |
| Also Known As | octan-1-ol; Octan-1-ol; N-octanol; 111-87-5; Octyl alcohol; caprylic alcohol; n-Octyl alcohol; Heptyl carbinol; 1-Hydroxyoctane; Octilin |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is 1-Octanol?
Octan-1-ol is an octanol carrying the hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as an antifungal agent, a fuel additive, a plant metabolite, a bacterial metabolite and a kairomone. It is a primary alcohol and an octanol.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: octan-1-ol
Other Names / Synonyms: octan-1-ol; Octan-1-ol; N-octanol; 111-87-5; Octyl alcohol; caprylic alcohol; n-Octyl alcohol; Heptyl carbinol; 1-Hydroxyoctane; Octilin
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 5 °F (USCG, 1999) |
| Boiling Point | 383 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999) |
| Density | 0.829 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 130.23 |
| Solubility | In water, 540 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Appearance | Octanol appears as a clear colorless liquid with a penetrating aromatic odor. Insoluble in water and floats on water. Vapors heavier than air. Vapors may irritate the eyes, nose, and respiratory sy... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Octan-1-ol is an octanol carrying the hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as an antifungal agent, a fuel additive, a plant metabolite, a bacterial metabolite and a kairomone. It is a primary alcohol and an octanol.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for 1-Octanol is: C8H18O