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1-Octacosanol

Also known as: Octacosanol, n-Octacosanol, Octacosyl alcohol, Montanyl alcohol, Cluytyl alcohol, Policosanol, Octacosan-1-ol

1-Octacosanol (CAS 557-61-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C28H58O and a molecular weight of 410.759 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 81-83°C, a boiling point of 428.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 135.3±6.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
557-61-9
Jingsj CID
J-38490-4
Molecular Formula
C28H58O
Molecular Weight
410.759 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point81-83°C
Boiling Point428.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point135.3±6.0 °C
Exact Mass410.448761
PSA20.23000
LogP13.63
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.458
Additional Property<0.1 g/100 mL at 21.5 ºC

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Gao W, et al. High-performance thin-layer chromatography for quantification of 1-octacosanol in Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba Dana). J Chromatogr Sci. 2015 May-Jun;53(5):811-5.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905199090
Summary2905199090. saturated monohydric alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Octacosanol?

The CAS number of 1-Octacosanol is 557-61-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Octacosanol?

1-Octacosanol has molecular formula C28H58O and molecular weight 410.759 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Octacosanol?

For 1-Octacosanol, Upstream Products: 9-Decyn-1-ol, 1-Bromooctadecane, Methyl octacosanoate; Downstream Products: Octacosanoic acid, Nonacosanoic acid.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Octacosanol (CAS 557-61-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-38490-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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