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1,2-Octanediol, 97%

Catalog No. AAL0803118
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50 g

Description

CAS: 1117-86-8 | C8H18O2 | 146.23 g/mol

1,2-Octanediol was used as organic modifier to improve the HPLC separation of organic acids and bases. It was also used in preparation of halohydrin palmitates. It is useful for treating head louse infestation clinically. It is also used in coating materials, slurries, paper mills and water circulation systems for the effective preservation against bacteria and fungi. It is used as an emollient, humectant, and wetting agent in cosmetic and skin care products

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Solubility
Soluble in water (3 g/L) at 20°C.

Notes
Incompatible materials are oxidizing agents. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agents.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 1117-86-8
Molecular Formula C8H18O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 146.23
MDL Number MFCD00010738
InChI Key AEIJTFQOBWATKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym 1,2-octanediol, 1,2-dihydroxyoctane, 1,2-octylene glycol, capyryl glycol, racemic 1,2-octanediol, acmc-2099as, dsstox_cid_16646, dsstox_rid_79289
PubChem CID 14231
ChEBI CHEBI:34056
IUPAC Name octane-1,2-diol
SMILES CCCCCCC(CO)O

Specifications

Melting Point 28°C to 34°C
Boiling Point 131°C to 133°C (10 mmHg)
Flash Point 138°C (280°F)
Quantity 50 g
Beilstein 1719619
Solubility Information Soluble in water (3g/L) at 20°C.
Formula Weight 146.23
Percent Purity 97%
Chemical Name or Material 1,2-Octanediol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category H319
Hazard Statement GHS H Statement
H319
Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statement P264b-P280i-P305+P351+P338
EINECSNumber 214-254-7
TSCA Yes
Recommended Storage Ambient temperatures
SDS

RUO – Research Use Only

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