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n-Decanol is a straight chain fatty alcohol with ten carbon atoms and the molecular formula C10H21OH. It is a colorless viscous liquid that is insoluble in water and has a strong odor.
| mp | 5-7 °C(lit.) |
| bp | 231 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.829 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor density | 4.5 (vs air) |
| vapor pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 70 °C) |
| FEMA | 2365 |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.437(lit.) |
| Fp | 180 °F |
| Water Solubility | insoluble |
| Merck | 142,855 |
| BRN | 1735221 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 112-30-1(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | 1-Decanol(112-30-1) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | 1-Decanol(112-30-1) |
| Hazard Codes | Xn,N,Xi |
| Risk Statements | 20-36/37/38-51/53-36/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-60-61-37/39-29-36 |
| RIDADR | UN 3082 9/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 1 |
| RTECS | HE4375000 |
| HazardClass | 9 |
| PackingGroup | III |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 112-30-1(Hazardous Substances Data) |
| Chemical Properties | clear colorless to slightly yellow liquid |
| General Description | A clear colorless liquid with a sweet fat-like odor. Flash point 180°F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. |
Application
Decanol is used in the manufacture of plasticizers, lubricants, surfactants and solvents.
n-Decanol