Name1-Octanol(C8 Alcohol)
CAS No.111-87-5
AppearanceColorless transparent liquid
SpecificationPurity ≥99%
Packaging200L drum, 1000KG IBC drum, ISO tank
ApplicationFragrance base and formulating essential oils, used in surfactants, plasticizers
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1-Octanol, also known as n-octyl alcohol, is a primary fatty alcohol produced via hydroformylation of heptene followed by hydrogenation. Its molecular formula is C8H18O with CAS number 111-87-5. This colorless liquid serves as a critical intermediate in organic synthesis.
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