(±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%

Name: (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009927

About (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%

(±)-2-Octanol (CAS 123-96-6) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of ≥96%. With the molecular formula C8H18O, it has a molar mass of 130.23 g/mol. Systematically, it is named octan-2-ol. Alternative names: Hexyl methyl carbinol and 2-Octyl alcohol.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.819 g/mL at 20 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include fine chemical synthesis, polymer and resin production, paints, coatings and inks and food and flavour applications. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

We offer (±)-2-Octanol in 500 mL and 1 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Polymer & resin production
Paints, coatings & inks
Food & flavour applications
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009927
CAS Number	123-96-6
IUPAC name	octan-2-ol
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₈O
Molecular weight	130.23 g/mol
Exact mass	130.1358
Purity / assay	≥96%
HSN code	29053990
InChIKey	SJWFXCIHNDVPSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCC(C)O
PubChem CID	20083

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.819 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	Hexyl methyl carbinol, 2-Octyl alcohol, Hexylmethylcarbinol, 2-Hydroxyoctane, 1-Methylheptyl alcohol, sec-Caprylic alcohol, Methylhexylcarbinol, 1-Methyl-1-heptanol, n-Octan-2-ol, 2-Hydroxy-n-octane, Methyl hexyl carbinol, sec-OCTYL ALCOHOL

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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 (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%?

The CAS Registry Number of (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% is 123-96-6. It is also known as Hexyl methyl carbinol, 2-Octyl alcohol, Hexylmethylcarbinol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%?

(±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% has the molecular formula C8H18O and a molecular weight of 130.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is octan-2-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% can I order?

We supply (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% in (≥96%) grade, in 500 mL, 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96%?

Yes. Every lot of (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% 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 (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. (±)-2-Octanol, ≥96% is classified as hazardous, 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.