Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2R)-2-Octanol (CAS: 5978-70-1)?
Answer
(2R)-2-Octanol is a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. It has a molecular weight of 138.24 g/mol and a density of 0.811 g/cm³. The compound is slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and chloroform. It is moderately reactive towards oxidizing agents and is used in various applications due to its functional group reactivity.
About
CAS No
5978-70-1
English Name
(2R)-2-Octanol
Molecular Formula
C8H18O
Molecular Weight
130.23 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCC(C)O
InChIKey
SJWFXCIHNDVPSH-MRVPVSSYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-13 12:55
