Octanol-3
Octanol-3, also known as 3-octanol, is an organic compound belonging to the alcohol family. It is a colorless liquid with a faint, sweet odor. Octanol-3 is used in various applications, including as a solvent, fragrance ingredient, and intermediate in chemical synthesis.
Physical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless liquid
- Odor: Faint, sweet odor
- Taste: Mild, slightly sweet taste
- Specific Gravity: Approximately 0.825 at 20°C
- Refractive Index: Approximately 1.430 at 20°C
- Boiling Point: 195-198°C
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform
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Chemical Properties
Octanol-3 has the following chemical properties:
- Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₈O
- Molecular Weight: 130.23 g/mol
- Chemical Structure: Straight-chain alcohol with a hydroxyl group on the third carbon atom
Note: The applicable quality standards and testing methodologies may differ based on the intended application and regional regulatory requirements. For comprehensive details, please refer to the Certificate of Analysis (COA)