Description

1,2-Bis(Octyloxy)Benzene is a high-purity aromatic ether compound, specifically a dialkoxybenzene derivative, with a minimum purity of 97%. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its lipophilic character and ability to modify solubility and phase behavior in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the advanced materials, specialty polymer, and lubricant additive sectors, where precise molecular structure is critical for performance.

Application

• Polymer Science & Advanced Materials: Acts as a plasticizer, compatibilizer, or monomeric building block in the synthesis of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Serves as a base fluid or performance additive component to enhance thermal stability, reduce friction, or modify viscosity indices.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Used as a ligand precursor or a structured solvent medium in transition metal-catalyzed reactions and other sophisticated organic transformations.
• Electronics & Specialty Coatings: Employed in the formulation of dielectric fluids, insulating materials, or coatings where controlled molecular architecture is required.
• Chemical Intermediate: A key precursor for the synthesis of more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis(Octyloxy)Benzene
CAS No.	4956-41-6
Molecular Formula	C22H38O2
Molecular Weight	334.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dioctyloxybenzene; o-Bis(octyloxy)benzene; Benzene, 1,2-bis(octyloxy)-; Dioctyl Resorcinol Ether; 1,2-Di-n-octyloxybenzene; Catechol dioctyl ether; Octyl Ether of Catechol
EINECS	225-590-9

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis(Octyloxy)Benzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the declared specification of 97% minimum purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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