Name: 3-Decanol
Cas: 1565-81-7
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C10H22O |
| MW: | 158.28 |
| EINECS: | 605-062-8 |
Basic Info
The 3-decanol belongs to the family of fatty alcohols. It is an alkane with ten carbons and a hydroxyl (-OH) group attached to its third carbon. It is a secondary alcohol because of its structure.because of its structure. It is one positional isomer of decanol. The “n” in the name indicates that the carbon chain is straight, unbranched. “3-” is the position where the hydroxyl is located.
In terms of physical properties, 3-Decanol usually appears as a colorless liquid. It has a certain boiling point (about 230-232°C at normal pressure) and a weak special odor. Compared with shorter-chain alcohols, it has lower water solubility, but is soluble in many common organic solvents. As a medium-chain alcohol, it occurs naturally in some plant volatiles and can be used as a potential intermediate in organic synthesis.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -5°C |
| Boiling point | 98-99°C 11mm |
| density | 0,83 g/cm3 |
| refractive index | 1.4345 |
| FEMA | 3605 | 3-DECANOL |
| Fp | 99°C |
| pka | 15.33±0.20(Predicted) |
| form | solid |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. floral fatty orange musty mushroom |
| Odor Type | floral |
⇒We provide high-purity chemical raw materials with clear molecular formula and precise specifications. Each batch of 3-Decanol products undergoes strict quality inspection to ensure stable and reliable physical and chemical properties. It adopts international standard packaging, sealed and moisture-proof, to ensure safe transportation and storage. Whether it is R&D experiments or industrial production, we can provide you with professional technical support and customized services. With rigorous technology, transparent data and stable supply, we help you efficiently complete chemical applications and innovations.

1. Food flavoring additives
Due to its unique aroma (orange, fatty, moldy, and mushroom-like), 3-Decanol has been widely used in food flavoring. It can be synthesized and is found in natural plants like Scottish spearmint and guava. FEMA limits its use in the food industry. For example, it is not allowed to exceed 1.0 mg/kg for cold drinks, or 1.5 mg/kg for soft candies and 2.0 mg/kg for puddings. It is used primarily to combine cream, sweet oranges, coconut, and complex fruit flavors.
2. Chemical and flavor industry: daily chemicals
In cosmetics, personal care products and perfumes, 3-Decanol can be used to enhance the aroma and harmony of linalool. To enhance or modify the aroma of linalool. Hydrophobicity, stability and its high level of stability makes it ideal for creams, lotions or sprays. As an emollient, or glossing agent. It is also used as a way to mask the smell of industrial products and optimize the price of low-grade flavorings.
3. Fuel cosolvent is a diesel-methanol blend fuel
Recent studies have shown 3-Decanol can be used as a cosolvent to solve the problem of phase separation between diesel and methanol. The long-chain alkyls and hydroxyls in 3-Decanol enhance the stability of mixed fuels, particularly at low temperatures (the added amount must increase as the temperature increases). It can be used in compression ignition internal combustion (CI) engines to improve combustion efficiency, reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxide emissions. However, the low energy density of the fuel must be considered.
4. Biomedicine (vaccine adjuvant)
3-Decanol, which is a 0.5-2% component of the adjuvant in the inactivated porcine Japanese Encephalitis vaccine, can be found in vaccines. The adjuvant is made up of mineral oil and triglycerol ester. It can enhance the immune response and improve immunogenicity by increasing the antigen delivery efficiency.
5. Raw materials for industrial and agricultural use
Chemical Synthesis: 3-Decanol can be used to make surfactants, plasticizers, lubricant additives, defoamers and lubricant add-ins. It is also used as an ink solvent.
Agricultural applications: Acts as a solvent or stabilizer for herbicides/insecticides, and as a fruit and vegetable ripening agent, and a seed germination regulator (such as tobacco and ornamental plants).
Oil recovery aid: The adjuvant 3-Decanol can be used in secondary oil recovery and oil drilling.
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Manufacturer of 3-Decanol
Zhishang Chemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional 3-Decanol manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
Pre-Sales Service
* Timely reply and 24 hours online, the professional team will provide you with the most favorable prices and high-quality products.
* The sample supports testing and inspection.
* Each batch of products will be tested to ensure that its quality meets user needs.
*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
*Any inquiries will be answered by our relevant personnel within 24 hours.
*We will provide you with commercial invoice, packing list, packing list, COA, health certificate and certificate of origin if you need it. If your market has other special requirements, please let us know.
After-Sales Service
*We will monitor the logistics information in real time and will share the information with you.
* You can consult us at any time if you have any questions about the product, and we will answer you in time.
*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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