2-Butyl-1-Octanol CAS 3913-02-8
2-Butyl-1-Octanol, with the CAS number 3913-02-8, is a branched C12 alcohol, with low volatility and low toxicity. It is mainly used as an environmentally friendly plasticizer, surfactant, and lubricant additive. It is an industrial commonly used high compatibility intermediate.
Appearance: Colorless transparent oily liquid, almost odorless
Density: 0.833 g/mL (at 25℃)
Boiling point: 245.5℃ (at normal pressure); 145–149℃ (at reduced pressure)
Melting point: < -30℃ (excellent low-temperature fluidity)
Flash point: 110℃ (closed cup)
Solubility: Insoluble in water, miscible with ethanol, ether, hydrocarbons and most other organic solvents
Properties: Branched structure, low volatility, low viscosity, low temperature resistance, good compatibility
| ITEMS | SPECIFICATION |
| Vapor pressure | 8.1 Pa at 37.8℃ |
| Density | 0.833 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Melting point | -80°C(lit.) |
| Boiling Point | 145-149 °C(lit.) |
| Refractive index | 1.4400 to 1.4440 |
| Flash point | 113 °C |
1. Plasticizer intermediates
Synthesize environmentally friendly plasticizers (as alternatives to phthalates), used in PVC, cables, artificial leather, flooring materials, with low migration, resistance to aging, and cold resistance.
2. Surfactant raw materials
Ethyloxylation / sulfonation to produce low foam, hard water resistant surfactants, used in cosmetics, industrial cleaning, emulsifiers, dispersants.
3. Lubricants / Additives
2-Butyl-1-Octanol CAS 3913-02- Prepare high-temperature lubricants, rust inhibitors, anti-wear agents, improve the low-temperature fluidity and thermal stability of oil products.
4. Paints / Inks / Metal extraction
High boiling point solvents, leveling agents; Metal extraction agents (copper, nickel, etc.); Cosmetics oil phase raw materials.
5. Polymer monomers
2-Butyl-1-Octanol CAS 3913-02- Used for polymer modification.
• Standard Packing: 25 kg/bag; 25 kg/drum
• MOQ: to be confirmed by grade and destination
• Lead Time: to be confirmed by order quantity and production schedule
• Shipping: sea / air / express options available
• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.
• Keep container tightly closed and protected from moisture.
• Avoid direct sunlight, heat, and open flame.
• Follow SDS guidance for incompatible materials.
