Name: 2-Octanone
Cas: 111-13-7
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on 2-Octanone
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
Sec-octanone (chemical formula: C8H16O) is an important aliphatic methyl ketone compound. It is a colorless and transparent liquid at room temperature with a unique ketone odor and excellent organic solubility. As a representative of C8 ketones, the carbonyl group in its molecular structure is located in the second position of the carbon chain. This special structure gives it unique chemical reactivity, making it an important intermediate and solvent in organic synthesis. In industry, it is mainly produced through processes such as sec-octanol oxidation or olefin carbonylation. The product purity is usually required to be ≥98%, the moisture content is ≤0.1%, and the acid value is ≤0.5mg KOH/g.
Sec-octanone is a methyl ketone with aliphatic structure (C8H16O). At room temperature, it is a transparent and colorless liquid with a distinctive ketone smell and good organic solubility. The carbonyl group is in the second position in its molecule structure. It represents C8 ketones. Its unique structure makes it a valuable solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis. In the industry, it’s primarily produced by processes like sec-octanol carbonylation or olefin oxidation. It is required that the product purity be >=98% and the moisture content to be =0.1%. The acid value must also be =0.5mg/g.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -16 °C |
| Boiling point | 173 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.819 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 1.8-2.614hPa at 20-25℃ |
| FEMA | 2802 | 2-OCTANONE |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.416(lit.) |
| Fp | 133 °F |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,2-8°C |
| solubility | 0.9g/l |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Clear colorless to very slightly yellow |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. earthy weedy natural woody herbal |
| Odor Type | earthy |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Water Solubility | 0.9 g/L |
| MF: | C8H16O |
| MW: | 128.21 |
| EINECS: | 203-837-1 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | 2-Octanone |
| CAS No. | 111-13-7 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
1. Industrial solvents
2-Octanone is a highly efficient organic solvent that finds widespread use in the adhesives, coatings, and inks industries. It is particularly suitable for dissolving materials such as nitrocellulose and acrylic resins. It has a high dissolving power and moderately high volatility. It is used as a precision cleaning agent in the electronics industry and can replace traditional halogenated cleaners.
2. Intermediates in pharmaceuticals
The 2-octanone is a good starting material for the synthesis of a variety of drugs including antibiotics and vitamin E. Carbonyl groups in 2-octanone can be used for important reactions such as addition or condensation. Also, they are used to construct the molecular structures of heterocyclic molecules. It is primarily used as a carbonylation reagent and structural unit in drug synthesis.
3. Flavor and fragrance industry
As a flavoring agent, 2-Octanone can be used to flavor dairy products, nuts or other foods. It is used to modify the middle tone in everyday chemical flavors. The typical dosage ranges from 0.1-10ppm. It gives products a unique aroma of ketone and is the precursor to high-end scents like jasmone.
4. Manufacturing of functional materials
2-Octanone can be used as an epoxy resin diluent or a chain transfer agent for polyurethane. In the field of polymer material to improve processing performance. It is used to adjust photoresist formulation and clean semiconductors in electronic materials.
5. Other Professional Applications
Included are insect pheromone simulating, chemical analytical reagents and pesticide synergist syntheses. The market for 2-Octanone, as an environmentally-friendly solvent, continues to grow at a rate of 5-8% per year.
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Manufacturer of 2-Octanone
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*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
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After-Sales Service
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*If you have any questions about the product, you can report it to us, we will deal with it in time for you, and the product can be returned.
DO YOU ACCEPT SAMPLE ORDER?
We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT?
Different quantity has different discount.
HOW TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE PRODUCT QUALITY MEETS OUR NEEDS BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER?
You can consult us to get free samples of some products, you only need to pay the freight or arrange express delivery to us and get the samples. You can send us the product specifications and requirements you need, and we will manufacture products according to your requirements.
DO YOU SUPPLY PRODUCT REPORT?
Yes. We’ll give you product analysis report before shipping.
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