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Product Name: 1-Octanol
Chemical Name: Octan-1-ol
Synonyms: Capryl Alcohol, n-Octanol
Chemical Formula: C8H18O
CAS Number: 111-87-5
Recommended Use: Solvent, flavoring agent, intermediate in chemical synthesis
GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (Category 4), Skin Irritation (Category 2), Eye Irritation (Category 2A), Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 4)
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark, Flame
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful if swallowed, may cause respiratory tract irritation, combustible liquid
Long-Term Exposure: Chronic exposure sometimes impacts the central nervous system, so folks working with this chemical for years should take the guidelines seriously
Substance: Pure 1-Octanol
Concentration: Above 98 percent by weight
Impurities: Small traces of related alcohols sometimes occur, though in small enough amounts that they rarely affect safety procedures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep comfortable for breathing, if symptoms persist, get medical care
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water, seek medical advice if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, get medical advice if redness or irritation sticks around
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, contact a medical professional
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Gives off carbon oxides under fire, vapors can form explosive mixtures with air at higher temperatures
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear, avoid breathing fumes
Special Precautions: Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk, cool exposed drums with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use gloves, protective glasses, and avoid breathing vapors
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains and waterways since the stuff harms aquatic life
Methods for Cleanup: Soak up spill with inert material like sand or earth, shovel into properly labeled container for disposal, ventilate area
Handling of Spills: Let emergency team handle large spills, make sure everyone nearby stays upwind and away
Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, minimize breathing vapors, work only in well-ventilated space, never eat or drink while using
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in cool, dry place, away from heat or sources of ignition, no smoking in storage area, store separately from oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, and bases increase risks
Exposure Limits: No specific OSHA or ACGIH limits for 1-Octanol, general exposure threshold for solvents applies
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general dilution ventilation reduces exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, splash-resistant goggles, lab coat or protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use air-purifying respirator if exposure limits could be exceeded, especially in poorly ventilated spaces
Appearance: Colorless oily liquid with a mild alcohol smell
Formula: C8H18O
Molecular Weight: 130.23 g/mol
Boiling Point: Around 194 °C
Melting Point: -16 ºC
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Low (less than 0.1 mm Hg at 20 °C)
Flash Point: Roughly 81 °C (closed cup)
Density: 0.83 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, strong sunlight, ignition sources
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing or reducing agents, acids, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, other toxic fumes
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected in regular use
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Causes irritation to eyes and skin; accidental swallowing leads to drowsiness, nausea, possible loss of coordination
Chronic Effects: Long-term repeated exposure might affect liver or central nervous system, though such effects usually follow from poor work practices
Irritation: Prolonged contact can cause reddening or dryness
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, avoid letting product or runoff reach rivers, lakes, or soil
Persistence and Degradability: Slowly biodegradable in water and soil, but doesn’t break down instantly
Bioaccumulation: Potential for bioaccumulation is considered low compared to heavier alcohols
Mobility in Soil: Moderate, likely binds to organic material but can move in groundwater
Waste Disposal Methods: Collect in sealable containers, take to licensed chemical disposal facility
Disposal of Containers: Rinse, avoid reuse of empty drums, send to drum reconditioner or approved landfill
Regulatory Advice: Follow all national, regional, and local laws, never pour into public sewer or garbage
UN Number: 1993 (for flammable liquids, if regulated as such in your region)
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, n.o.s. (includes n-Octanol as an example)
Hazard Class: 3 (if above flashpoint threshold for your local rules)
Packing Group: III
Transport Hazards: Avoid temperature extremes, keep away from sources of ignition, secure upright to prevent leaks
Special Provisions: Check specific regional requirements since transport rules might shift between countries
Relevant Regulations: Listed in a number of chemical inventories like TSCA (United States), EINECS (Europe), DSL (Canada)
Workplace Safety: Employers supply training on chemical hazards, make Safety Data Sheets available, monitor employee exposure
Labeling: Clear hazard symbols and precautionary statements on every container
Community Right-to-Know: Local rules sometimes require facilities to report use and storage above certain amounts
