Heptan-1-ol, also known as n-heptanol, 1-hydroxyheptane, or heptyl alcohol, is a straight-chain aliphatic alcohol corresponding to CAS 111-70-6 and commonly used in solvent intermediates. The compound features a primary hydroxyl group attached to a seven-carbon chain, enabling its use in esterification, oxidation, and formulation processes across fine chemical and industrial synthesis routes. The material is supplied with competitive factory pricing, customized specifications, full documentation including MSDS, TDS, COA, and reliable bulk supply.
1-Heptanol (CAS 111-70-6)
- CAS: 111-70-6
- Synonyms: Heptan-1-ol, n-Heptanol, 1-Hydroxyheptane, Heptyl alcohol
- Einecs: 203-897-9
- Molecular Formula: C7H16O
- Grade: Industrial grade 99%
- Package: 200kg iron drum or 50kg plastic drum packaging
Product Description
Heptan-1-ol
synonyms: 1-heptanol; Glupe Flower Alcohol; 1-Heptanol Standard; 1-Heptanol, 99%; Glupe flower alcohol, 1-heptanol; natural heptanol
CAS Number: 111-70-6
EINECS Number: 203-897-9
Mol file: 111-70-6.mol.
Molecular formula C7H16O
Relative molecular weight 116.20
Physical properties
Appearance and properties: colorless and transparent liquid with aromatic odor.
Melting point (°C): -34.6
Relative density (water=1): 0.82
Boiling point (°C): 175.8
Saturated vapor pressure (kPa): 0.13 (42.4°C)
Heat of combustion (kJ/mol): 4618.5
Flash point (°C): 77 (O.C).
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol
Applications:Used as a solvent for fragrance preparation and organic synthesis
FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain
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Q:
Are 1-heptanol and heptan-1-ol the same chemical substance?
A: Yes. 1-Heptanol and heptan-1-ol are different naming conventions for the same compound identified by CAS 111-70-6. -
Q:
Is 1-heptanol typically supplied as an industrial intermediate?
A: It is commonly supplied as an industrial alcohol intermediate for solvent systems and downstream chemical synthesis rather than for laboratory-only use.
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