Molekula
Octylbenzene
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Octylbenzene is a clear, colorless aromatic hydrocarbon used mainly as a research chemical and as an analytical reference standard in gas chromatography (GC), as well as a solvent in various industrial applications. This chemical features a stable structure with a benzene ring attached to an octyl chain, offering versatility in formulations requiring non-reactive, low-viscosity liquids. Catalogue details: CAS 2189-60-8, molecular formula C14H22, molecular weight 190.3245 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions with no signal word warnings. Molekula supplies Octylbenzene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 81540072
- CAS Number
- 2189-60-8
- IUPAC Name
- octylbenzene
- EC Number
- 218-582-1
- Molecular Formula
- C14H22
- Molecular Weight
- 190.3245
- Exact Mass
- 190.1722
- SMILES
- CCCCCCCCC1=CC=CC=C1
- InChIKey
- CDKDZKXSXLNROY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C14H22/c1-2-3-4-5-6-8-11-14-12-9-7-10-13-14/h7,9-10,12-13H,2-6,8,11H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 16607
Synonyms
- 1-octylbenzene
- 1-Phenyloctane
- 4-octylbenzene
- Benzene, octyl-
- n-Octylbenzene
- Octane, 1-phenyl-
- Octylbenzol
- Phenyloctane
Frequently asked questions
What is octylbenzene commonly used for?
Octylbenzene is mainly used as a research chemical and as an analytical reference standard in gas chromatography (GC), and as a solvent in industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of octylbenzene?
The chemical formula is C₁₄H₂₂, and the molecular weight is 190.3245 g/mol.
How should octylbenzene be stored?
Store octylbenzene in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from ignition sources and incompatible materials.
What grades or purity levels of octylbenzene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical-grade octylbenzene with high purity; specific certifications (e.g., USP, FCC) may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply octylbenzene in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply octylbenzene in bulk (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) depending on order volume and logistics.
What documentation comes with an order of octylbenzene?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list; additional certifications (e.g., COA, COO) are available.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.