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1-Octanol

Also known as: 1-Octanol, n-Octanol, Octanol, Capryl alcohol, n-Octyl alcohol, Caprylic alcohol, Heptyl carbinol, Alfol 8, Epal 8, Lorol 20, Sipol L8

1-Octanol (CAS 111-87-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18O and a molecular weight of 130.22800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −15 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 196 °C(lit.), a density of 0.827 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 81.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
111-87-5
Jingsj CID
J-45155-0
Molecular Formula
C8H18O
Molecular Weight
130.22800 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−15 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point196 °C(lit.)
Density0.827 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point81.1 °C
Exact Mass130.13600
PSA20.23000
LogP2.33920
Additional Property4.5 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.14 mm Hg ( 25 °C)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.429(lit.)
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

TargetT-type calcium channel:4 μM (IC50) Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Joksovic PM, et al. Mechanisms of inhibition of T-type calcium current in the reticular thalamic neurons by 1-octanol: implication of the protein kinase C pathway. Mol Pharmacol. 2010 Jan;77(1):87-94. [2]. Akhtar MK, et al. Microbial production of 1-octanol: A naturally excreted biofuel with diesel-like properties. Metab Eng Commun. 2014 Nov 13;2:1-5.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905161000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Octanol?

The CAS number of 1-Octanol is 111-87-5.

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

1-Octanol has molecular formula C8H18O and molecular weight 130.22800 g/mol.

Is 1-Octanol hazardous?

1-Octanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

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

For 1-Octanol, Upstream Products: Methyl octanoate, (2E)-2-Octenal, N,N-Dimethyloctanamide; Downstream Products: octyl benzoate, Octyl stearate, Methanol.

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