Description

2-Octanol (CAS NO 123-96-6) is a versatile eight-carbon secondary alcohol valued for its dual functionality as a solvent and a chemical intermediate. Its balanced hydrophobic-hydrophilic character makes it an effective coupling agent and a key building block in organic synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a solvent and a component in the synthesis of esters for perfumes and flavoring agents.
• Plasticizer Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of esters like dioctyl phthalate (DOP) alternatives and other polymer additives.
• Surface Coatings and Inks: Acts as a coalescing agent and slow-evaporating solvent in paints, lacquers, and printing inks.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable intermediate for producing surfactants, lubricant additives, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Extraction Processes: Employed as a solvent in the extraction of metals and in various liquid-liquid separation techniques.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Octanol
CAS No.	123-96-6
Molecular Formula	C8H18O
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Synonyms	sec-Octyl Alcohol; Capryl Alcohol; 2-Octyl Alcohol; 1-Methylheptanol; Octan-2-ol; Methyl Hexyl Carbinol; DL-2-Octanol
EINECS	204-667-0

Quality Control

Our 2-Octanol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to quality supports compliance with relevant global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.818 - 0.823

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.