2-Octanol ACS

ACS Grade 2-Octanol | CAS: 123-96-6 | M.F: CH3(CH2)7OH | MW: 130.23, Buy now for reproducible and consistent results from ChemieR at Chemical World.

2-Octanol ACS is a clear, oily liquid characterized by a strong, aromatic, and unpleasant odor. This organic compound, known as octan-2-ol or 2-OH, has the chemical formula C8H18O. It exhibits low solubility in water but is compatible with most organic solvents, including alcohol, acetone, and ether. Classified as a fatty alcohol, 2-Octanol is recognized as a secondary alcohol and is also referred to by several other names, including chiral sec-Caprylic alcohol, Capryl alcohol, Ethyl-N-amylcarbinol, and Ethylpentylcarbinol. As an ACS grade reagent, it is of high purity and quality, making it a preferred choice as a solvent in various industrial applications.

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Application :

• 2-Octanol ACS is used as a reducer in the preparation of monodispersed nickel nanocrystals.
• This compound is classified as a secondary alcohol, which can undergo oxidation by nitric acid to yield 2-octanone. Additionally, the efficacy of Al-Cu and Al-Cu-Mg mixed oxides in catalyzing the dehydrogenation of 2-octanol has been examined.
• The kinetics of the reaction leading to the formation of ammonium sec-octyl sulfate through the interaction of 2-octanol and sulfamic acid has been documented.
• It can also be used as a chemical intermediate for production of various other chemicals like surfactants, plasticizers, lubricants, fragrances and cosmetic emollients esters.
• It is used in the manufacturing of perfumes and disinfectant soaps.
• It is used to prevent foaming and as a solvent for fats and waxes.

Key features :

• High quality and purity product which met the toughest standard of the American Chemical Society (ACS)
• Low volatility solvent
• As a defoaming or wetting agent
• Gives consistent results