Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 7-Methyl-1-octanol (CAS: 27458-94-2)?
Answer
7-Methyl-1-octanol is a colorless, flammable liquid with a molecular weight of 140.26 g/mol. It has a strong, characteristic odor and a flash point of 34°C. The compound is moderately soluble in water and miscible with most organic solvents. It is reactive towards strong acids and bases. Its high reactivity makes it useful in various synthetic applications.
About
CAS No
27458-94-2
English Name
7-Methyl-1-octanol
Molecular Formula
C9H20O
Molecular Weight
144.258 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)CCCCCCO
InChIKey
QDTDKYHPHANITQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 10:23
