Description

1-Butyl-1-Octene is a high-purity, branched-chain α-olefin with the CAS number 42714-70-5, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a valuable building block for creating specialty chemicals with tailored properties. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and fine chemical sectors seeking to develop novel materials and performance additives.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a comonomer or chain transfer agent to modify the properties of polyolefins and other polymers.
• Synthetic Lubricant Base Stocks: Used in the synthesis of polyalphaolefins (PAOs) and other high-performance synthetic lubricants.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of surfactants, plasticizers, and specialty agrochemicals.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a substrate in hydroformylation, metathesis, and other catalytic reactions to create complex molecules.
• Research & Development: A critical reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel organic compounds and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butyl-1-Octene
CAS No.	42714-70-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄
Molecular Weight	168.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyloctene; 1-Butyloct-1-ene; 1-Octene, 1-butyl-; 1-Butyl-1-octylene; 1-Butyloctene; 1-Octene, 1-butyl- (8CI,9CI); (1-Butyl-1-octenyl) (IUPAC systematic name alternative)
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-1-Octene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Density (20°C)	0.74 - 0.76 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.425 - 1.435

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