Molekula
1-Decanol
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1-Decanol is a primary alcohol used as a solvent, intermediate in chemical synthesis, and additive in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild odor. CAS: 112-30-1, molecular formula: CH3(CH2)9OH, molecular weight: 158.28 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 1-Decanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 L — £49.20 per pack ex VAT · £59.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.435 - 1.439 |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Specific Gravity | 0.828 - 0.834 |
| Purity (GC) | 98 - 100% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 107 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to water-white liquid |
| Odour | Sweet odor |
| Melting Point | 7 °C |
| Boiling Point | 229 °C |
| Density | 0.8297 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 37 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in carbon tetrachloride; miscible in ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 1 Pa at 20 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4372 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 4.57 |
Source: PubChem CID 8174 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 11381165 |
| CAS Number | 112-30-1 |
| IUPAC Name | decan-1-ol |
| EC Number | 203-956-9 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)9OH |
| Molecular Weight | 158.28 |
| Exact Mass | 158.1671 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCO |
| InChIKey | MWKFXSUHUHTGQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H22O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11/h11H,2-10H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8174 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2905199090 |
| Tariff Code | 2905190098 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Antak
- Capric alcohol
- Caprinic alcohol
- Decan-1-ol
- Decyl alcohol
- n-Decan-1-ol
- n-Decanol
- n-Decyl alcohol
- Nonylcarbinol
- Royaltac
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Decanol used for?
1-Decanol is commonly used as a solvent, intermediate in chemical synthesis, and in the production of plasticizers and surfactants.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Decanol?
The formula is CH3(CH2)9OH with a molecular weight of 158.28 g/mol.
How should 1-Decanol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from heat and ignition sources.
What grade of 1-Decanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 1-Decanol in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Decanol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Decanol in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a 1-Decanol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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