Description

1,3-Octanediol is a versatile, high-purity diol compound valued for its excellent solvency, humectant properties, and role as a chemical intermediate. This product matters for formulators and manufacturers seeking a reliable, high-quality ingredient that enhances product performance and stability. It is needed by industries including personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals for applications ranging from skin conditioning to polymer synthesis.

Application

• As a humectant and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic and personal care formulations (e.g., creams, lotions, serums).
• As a solvent and coupling agent for fragrances, essential oils, and active ingredients.
• As a chemical building block (monomer) in the synthesis of polyesters, plasticizers, and other specialty polymers.
• As a viscosity modifier and stabilizer in various industrial and consumer product formulations.
• In pharmaceutical applications as a excipient or intermediate for drug delivery systems.
• As a corrosion inhibitor component in functional fluids and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Octanediol
CAS No.	23433-05-8
Molecular Formula	C₈H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dihydroxyoctane; Octane-1,3-diol; 3-Hydroxy-1-octanol; NSC 403697; 1,3-Octylene Glycol
EINECS	245-651-6

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Octanediol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture during handling to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.920 - 0.940
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450

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