Description
8-Phenyloctan-1-ol (CAS No. 10472-97-6) is a high-purity aromatic alcohol with the molecular formula C14H22O, widely utilized in organic synthesis and material science research. This compound features an eight-carbon alkyl chain terminated by a phenyl group at one end and a hydroxyl group at the other, offering unique reactivity for functionalization and derivatization. With a molecular weight of 206.33 g/mol, it is a clear to pale-yellow liquid under standard conditions, soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and chloroform. Ideal for use as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and polymer chemistry, our 8-Phenyloctan-1-ol is rigorously tested for purity (typically ≥95% by GC) and consistency, ensuring reliable performance in sensitive applications. Packaged under inert gas to prevent degradation, it is supplied in amber glass bottles or sealed ampoules for optimal stability.
Properties
- CAS Number: 10472-97-6
- Complexity: 127
- IUPAC Name: 8-phenyloctan-1-ol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C14H22O/c15-13-9-4-2-1-3-6-10-14-11-7-5-8-12-14/h5,7-8,11-12,15H,1-4,6,9-10,13H2
- InChI Key: MGIGATOGROSKNW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 206.167065321
- Molecular Formula: C14H22O
- Molecular Weight: 206.32
- SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)CCCCCCCCO
- Topological: 20.2
- Monoisotopic Mass: 206.167065321
- Synonyms: 8-phenyloctan-1-ol, 8-Phenyl-1-octanol, 10472-97-6, 8-Phenyl-n-octanol, MFCD00040918, Benzeneoctanol, 8-phenyloctanol, benzene-octanol, 8-phenyloctyl alcohol, SCHEMBL999810, SCHEMBL1005849, SCHEMBL3594353, SCHEMBL3597537, SCHEMBL8929031, DTXSID50333734, 8-Phenyl-1-octanol, 98% (GC), FD7170, AKOS015840686, AS-49301, SY101162, CS-0128423, ST50825551
Application
8-Phenyloctan-1-ol serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of liquid crystals and surfactants due to its amphiphilic structure. Researchers employ it in the development of flavor and fragrance compounds, leveraging its aromatic properties. It is also investigated as a precursor for polymer modifications, where its hydroxyl group enables covalent attachment to other functional moieties.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P264, P264+P265, P280, P302+P352, P305+P351+P338, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, and P362+P364
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
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