Octadecanol(CAS#112-92-5)
| Safety Description | 24/25 – Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| UN IDs | UN 1986 |
| WGK Germany | - |
| RTECS | RG2010000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 29051700 |
| Toxicity | LD50 orally in Rabbit: > 2000 mg/kg |
Introduction
Octoctadecanol, also known as octadecanol or n-octadecanol, is a colorless solid compound. The following is a brief introduction to the properties, uses, preparation methods and safety information of octadecyl alcohol:Quality:- Appearance: Octocol is colorless or white crystals.- Solubility: Octocetol is virtually insoluble in water but can be soluble in organic solvents such as ether, acetone, chloroform, etc.- Ignition point: Octocol is flammable.Use:- Surfactant: Octocol can be used as a surfactant, often used in the preparation of detergents, emulsifiers, and lubricants.- Other Uses: Octocol is also widely used in industries such as dyes, flavors, and coatings.Preparation method:- Octetol can be prepared by liquid phase hydrogenation reaction. The commonly used method is to hydrogenate octadecanal with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst to produce octadecanol.Safety Information:- Dust or particles from octadecyl alcohol can be irritating to the respiratory tract and eyes, and appropriate personal protective equipment should be worn when handling octadecyl alcohol.- Octocyl alcohol is a flammable solid, so it should be stored and used away from fire sources to avoid sparks.
