1,8-Dichlorooctane
Also known as: Octamethylene dichloride, Octamethylene chloride, 1,8-dichloro-octane, Octane, 1,8-dichloro-, Oktamethylendichlorid, 1,8-Dichloro-octan, Octandiyldichlorid, EINECS 218-490-1, MFCD00039393, TIMTEC-BB SBB008751
1,8-Dichlorooctane (CAS 2162-99-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16Cl2 and a molecular weight of 183.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -8 °C, a boiling point of 241.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 108.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2162-99-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-14075-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16Cl2
- Molecular Weight
- 183.119 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -8 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 241.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 108.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 182.062912 |
| LogP | 4.37 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.445 |
| Additional Property | 0.17 G/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903199000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2903199000 other saturated chlorinated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,8-Dichlorooctane?
The CAS number of 1,8-Dichlorooctane is 2162-99-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,8-Dichlorooctane?
1,8-Dichlorooctane has molecular formula C8H16Cl2 and molecular weight 183.119 g/mol.
Is 1,8-Dichlorooctane hazardous?
1,8-Dichlorooctane has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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