1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%

Name: 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010225

About 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, an ether building block registered under CAS number 2426-07-5 with a typical assay of 97%. The compound has the formula C8H14O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 142.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-[4-(oxiran-2-yl)butyl]oxirane. Alternative names: 2,2′-(1,4-Butanediyl)bis[oxirane] and 1,7-Octadiene diepoxide.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 0.997 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis, fine chemical synthesis and polymer and resin production. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g and 50 g packs, 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010225
CAS Number	2426-07-5
IUPAC name	2-[4-(oxiran-2-yl)butyl]oxirane
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄O₂
Molecular weight	142.2 g/mol
Exact mass	142.0994
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	LFKLPJRVSHJZPL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1C(O1)CCCCC2CO2
PubChem CID	17048

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.997 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	25.1 Å²
UN number	UN 2810
Synonyms	2,2′-(1,4-Butanediyl)bis[oxirane], 1,7-Octadiene diepoxide, 1,7-Octadiene bisoxide, 1,2:7,8-Diepoxyoctane, Oxirane, 2,2'-(1,4-butanediyl)bis-, 1,2-Epoxy-7,8-epoxyoctane, Octane, 1,2:7,8-diepoxy-, 2,2'-(1,4-Butanediyl)bisoxirane, 2,2'-butane-1,4-diyldioxirane, 1,4-Di(oxiran-2-yl)butane, 2-(4-oxiran-2-ylbutyl)oxirane, 5-19-01-00229 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P262, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P316, P318, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% is 2426-07-5. It is also known as 2,2′-(1,4-Butanediyl)bis[oxirane], 1,7-Octadiene diepoxide, 1,7-Octadiene bisoxide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%?

1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% has the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molecular weight of 142.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-[4-(oxiran-2-yl)butyl]oxirane.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% can I order?

We supply 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 50 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,2,7,8-Diepoxyoctane, 97% is classified as hazardous (UN 2810), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.