2-Heptanol

CAS: 543-49-7

Ref. 3D-FH36709

Product Information

• Name: 2-Heptanol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Heptanol is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor. It is soluble in water and has a high boiling point. 2-Heptanol is an intermediate in the synthesis of fatty acids, which are used for the production of soaps, lubricants, and waxes. 2-Heptanol reacts with potassium hydroxide to produce potassium 2-heptoxide, which is soluble in water. The reaction products are caproic acid and hydroxy group. The transport properties of this compound are not well known.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 116.2 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₁₆O
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H16O/c1-3-4-5-6-7(2)8/h7-8H,3-6H2,1-2H3
• InChI key: InChIKey=CETWDUZRCINIHU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCC(C)O