Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Octyloxirane (CAS: 2404-44-6)?
Answer
2-Octyloxirane (CAS: 2404-44-6) is a colorless, flammable liquid with a slight odor. It has a molecular weight of approximately 150.24 g/mol. This compound is only slightly soluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents. It is known to react with water to form 2-octanol. It is also prone to ring-opening reactions and polymerization under certain conditions.
About
CAS No
2404-44-6
English Name
2-Octyloxirane
Molecular Formula
C10H20O
Molecular Weight
156.27 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCC1CO1
InChIKey
AAMHBRRZYSORSH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-08 00:00
