Appearance
Clear colorless liquid with a sweet fat-like odor
Function
In an industrial setting the main use of decan-1-ol is in use as a synthetic intermediate, which is the single biggest use accounting for more than 50% of total manufactured volume. Decan-1-ol is used as an anti-foaming agent in various industrial processes including paint formulations, textile, rubber and paper industry as well as in oilfield applications. Alcohols including decan-1-ol are also used as lubricants in the plastics industry.
Synonyms
Decyl Alcohol; 1-Decanol, ALFOL-10 Alcohol; Nonyl Carbinol; Amichlor; Caprinic alcohol; Decan-1-ol; Decyl alcohol; Lambast
Storage
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packages
- 350 lb. Steel Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Cosmetics
- pharmaceutical
- industrial
Product Classes
- Fatty alcohols
- plasticizers
- binders
- solvents
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC48580 S3 CL55
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 180 øF
- Melting Point: 5-7 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 158.28 g/mol