Octanal
Also known as: Caprylaldehyde, Caprylic aldehyde, Octyl aldehyde, n-Octanal, n-Caprylaldehyde, n-Octyl aldehyde, 1-Caprylaldehyde, 1-Octylaldehyde, Aldehyde C8, Octanaldehyde, n-Octaldehyde, n-Octanaldehyde, octan-1-al
Octanal (CAS 124-13-0) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O and a molecular weight of 128.212 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 12-15 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 163.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 51.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 124-13-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-15273-8
- Molecular Formula
- C8H16O
- Molecular Weight
- 128.212 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 12-15 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 163.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 51.7±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 128.120117 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 3.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.1±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.412 |
| Additional Property | slightly soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Kehai Liu, et al. Isolation and biological activities of decanal, linalool, valencene, and octanal from sweet orange oil. J Food Sci. 2012 Nov;77(11):C1156-61. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2912190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2912190090 acyclic aldehydes without other oxygen function。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 Octanal?
The CAS number of Octanal is 124-13-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Octanal?
Octanal has molecular formula C8H16O and molecular weight 128.212 g/mol.
Is Octanal hazardous?
Octanal has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Octanal?
For Octanal, Upstream Products: trans-2-Octenoic acid, (2E)-2-Octenal, Oct-1-yne; Downstream Products: Heptyl Isocyanate, 2-Octanoylthiophene, 2-Heptyl-1H-benzimidazole.
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