CAS Number: 111-87-5
Molecular Formula: C8H18O
Molecular Weight: 130.23
IUPAC Name: Octan-1-ol
Other Names: n-Octanol, Capryl alcohol, Octyl alcohol
The term Octanol usually refers to the isomer, octan-1-ol, with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)7OH. It is a fatty alcohol. Many other isomers are also known. Esters of octanol, such as octyl acetate, occur as components of essential oils.
Octanol is manufactured for the synthesis of esters for use in perfumes and flavorings. It is used to evaluate the lipophilicity of pharmaceutical products.
