Name：3-Octanol
Cas: 589-98-0
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
3-Octanol has the molecular formula of C8H18O. It can be described structurally as a fatty ethanol formed by replacing hydrogen on the third atom of carbon in the octane molecules with a group hydroxyl (-OH). It is a secondary alcohol because its functional hydroxyl groups are attached to the third carbon of the carbon chain. This structural feature distinguishes this alcohol from primary alcohols, such as n -octanol. At room temperature and under pressure, it is a transparent, colorless liquid with an aroma that resembles mushrooms and earth. It is slightly soluble with water, but it can be mixed with organic solvents like ethanol or ether.
Chemically, 3-octanol displays the typical reactivity associated with secondary alcohols. It undergoes oxidation reactions in order to produce the corresponding ketone (octanone), and also esterification, dehydration, as well. It is found in the metabolites from certain microorganisms, plants and bacteria. The chiral center of the compound allows it to exist in different enantiomers with subtle differences.
| Melting point | -45 °C |
| Boiling point | 174-176 °C (lit.) |
| density | 0.818 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor density | ~4.5 (vs air) |
| vapor pressure | ~1 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.426(lit.) |
| FEMA | 3581 | 3-OCTANOL |
| Fp | 150 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| pka | 15.44±0.20(Predicted) |
| form | Liquid |
| color | Clear colorless |
| Odor | strong, nutty odor |
| Odor Type | earthy |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Optical Rotation | -0.267°(C=0.01 g/mL, CHCL3, 20°C, 589nm) |
| Water Solubility | 1.5g/L at 25℃ |
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Summary: 3-octanol, a powerful yet small molecule, has a value that goes beyond sensory enjoyment. It is also used in industrial manufacturing. In addition to being a magic brush that perfumers use to capture the essence of nature, it is also a multi-functional synthesis tool in the hands chemists. 3-octanol is a perfect example of how its unique chemical structure has made it a key player in many seemingly unrelated fields. It demonstrates the charm and influence that fine chemicals have.
In the world of advanced essences, 3-octanol, also known as “mushroom liquor”, is a fixative and modifier whose value comes from its rich, complex and unique “Earth Note”. This aroma can be described as a combination of fresh mushrooms, damp soil, hay and a faint scent of wax. It can add a sense of organic vitality and nature to fragrances. It is a cornerstone for the creation of Chypre, Foug e re, and woody fragrances. It can neutralize overly sweet fruit and flower flavors, and enhance the depth, intensity, and durability of an aroma, even with a very small addition. It is used widely in high-end fragrances, colognes, skin care products with fragrances, candles, and household fragrances. It also plays a role in creating artistic concepts such as pine forests, forest after rains, moss lands, etc.
3-octanol, a key ingredient in the food flavoring industry, is used to prepare natural salty essence. It can reproduce very realistically the aromas of truffles, mushrooms, cheese and fermented food, thus enhancing the authenticity of the flavor. It is used to flavor soups, sauces compounded with meat, snacks (such as cheese-flavored potato chips and mushroom-flavored potato chip), and meat substitutes. It is used to not only provide the main flavor, but also as a “background” note to compensate for any loss of flavor that may occur during processing.
As a chiral second alcohol, 3-octanol is a key precursor for the synthesis of high-value chemicals. It can be converted to a second important spice, -3-octanone through a mild reaction of oxidation (such as sodium hypochlorite), that has a fruity and blue cheese aroma. It is also used as a raw material to synthesize esters, such as 3-octyl-acetate or 3-octyl-propionate, which emit a unique scent of wax, fruit, and grass. Its unique carbon chain structure and functional group also have potential in the development of liquid crystal materials, surfactants and plasticizers.
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