Description

3-Octanol is a versatile eight-carbon fatty alcohol with a characteristic odor, widely used as a key intermediate and fragrance component. Its chemical structure makes it valuable for synthesizing esters, plasticizers, and other fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable intermediate for their processes.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a building block for the synthesis of various esters that serve as aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for producing plasticizers, lubricants, and specialty surfactants.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Solvent and Extraction Agent: Functions as a solvent for resins, waxes, and oils in specific industrial applications.
• Research and Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in chemical research and analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Octanol
CAS No.	589-98-0
Molecular Formula	C8H18O
Molecular Weight	130.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Octan-3-ol; Ethyl Amyl Carbinol; 3-Hydroxyoctane; Amyl Ethyl Carbinol; 1-Ethyl-1-hexanol; Ethylpentylcarbinol; (±)-3-Octanol; DL-3-Octanol
EINECS	209-667-4

Quality Control

Our 3-Octanol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.429
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.820 - 0.825
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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