3-Octyl alcohol
Also known as: 1-ethylhexanol, 3-0ctanol, 3-OCTANOL, 3-Octanol, 3-octanol, Amylethylcarbinol, D-n-Octanol, DL-3-OCTANOL, EINECS 209-667-4, ETHYL-N-AMYLCARBINOL, ETHYLHEXANOL, MFCD00004590, OCTANOL,3, Octan-3-ol, dl-3-Octanol, ethyl-hexanol, ethyl-n-amylcarbinol, ethylamylcarbinol, ethylhexyl alcohol, n-Octan-3-ol
3-Octyl alcohol (CAS 589-98-0) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18O and a molecular weight of 130.228 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -45ºC, a boiling point of 169.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 65.6±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.
- 589-98-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-25522-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18O
- Molecular Weight
- 130.228 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -45ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 169.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 65.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 130.135757 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 2.82 |
| Additional Property | ~4.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.5±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.426 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Api AM, et, al. RIFM fragrance ingredient safety assessment, 3-octanol, CAS Registry Number 589-98-0. Food Chem Toxicol. 2021 Mar:149 Suppl 1:111868. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 3-Octyl alcohol?
The CAS number of 3-Octyl alcohol is 589-98-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Octyl alcohol?
3-Octyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H18O and molecular weight 130.228 g/mol.
Is 3-Octyl alcohol hazardous?
3-Octyl alcohol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Octyl alcohol?
For 3-Octyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 3-Octanone, 1-Octen-3-ol, 3-Octyl alcohol; Downstream Products: Valeraldehyde, 3-Octanone, Carbon dioxide.
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