2-METHYL-2-OCTANOL
2-methyl-2-octanol
CAS:
Molecular Formula: C9H20O
2-METHYL-2-OCTANOL - Names and Identifiers
| Name | 2-methyl-2-octanol |
| Synonyms | 2-methyl-2-octanol |
2-METHYL-2-OCTANOL - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C9H20O |
| Molar Mass | 144.2545 |
| Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
2-METHYL-2-OCTANOL - Introduction
2-methyl-2-octanol is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H22O. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
Nature:
1. Appearance: 2-methyl-2-octanol is a colorless and transparent liquid.
2. smell: with a special aromatic smell.
3. solubility: soluble in alcohols, ethers and organic solvents, insoluble in water.
Use:
1. Industrial use: 2-methyl-2-octanol is commonly used as surfactant, emulsifier and lubricant, widely used in dyes, plastics, inks, coatings and other fields.
2. cosmetic use: because of its aromatic smell and good solvent, 2-methyl-2-octanol is often used to make perfume, spices and skin care products.
3. Medical use: 2-methyl-2-octanol can also be used in the synthesis of intermediates for certain drugs.
Preparation Method:
The preparation method of 2-methyl-2-octanol can be realized by the following steps:
1. The octanal and copper sulfate catalyst are reacted to obtain hexanol.
2. Ethanol is oxidized to obtain acetone.
3. The substitution reaction between acetone and methyl magnesium solution generates 2-methyl -2-hexanone.
4. 2-Methyl-2-hexanone was converted to 2-methyl-2-octanol by reduction reaction.
Safety Information:
1. 2-methyl-2-octanol has low toxicity, but still requires careful handling.
2. avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes, if accidentally contact, should immediately rinse with plenty of water.
3. in the use of the process should avoid inhalation of its vapor, to ensure good ventilation.
4. storage should avoid contact with oxidants, acids and alkalis, avoid fire.
Nature:
1. Appearance: 2-methyl-2-octanol is a colorless and transparent liquid.
2. smell: with a special aromatic smell.
3. solubility: soluble in alcohols, ethers and organic solvents, insoluble in water.
Use:
1. Industrial use: 2-methyl-2-octanol is commonly used as surfactant, emulsifier and lubricant, widely used in dyes, plastics, inks, coatings and other fields.
2. cosmetic use: because of its aromatic smell and good solvent, 2-methyl-2-octanol is often used to make perfume, spices and skin care products.
3. Medical use: 2-methyl-2-octanol can also be used in the synthesis of intermediates for certain drugs.
Preparation Method:
The preparation method of 2-methyl-2-octanol can be realized by the following steps:
1. The octanal and copper sulfate catalyst are reacted to obtain hexanol.
2. Ethanol is oxidized to obtain acetone.
3. The substitution reaction between acetone and methyl magnesium solution generates 2-methyl -2-hexanone.
4. 2-Methyl-2-hexanone was converted to 2-methyl-2-octanol by reduction reaction.
Safety Information:
1. 2-methyl-2-octanol has low toxicity, but still requires careful handling.
2. avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes, if accidentally contact, should immediately rinse with plenty of water.
3. in the use of the process should avoid inhalation of its vapor, to ensure good ventilation.
4. storage should avoid contact with oxidants, acids and alkalis, avoid fire.
Last Update：2024-04-09 02:00:50
