Product Description
Caprylic alcohol, also known as octanol or octyl alcohol, is a compound, chemically named 1-octanol, and is often referred to as octyl alcohol ether. It is a colorless liquid with a mild aromatic odor, composed of eight carbon atoms and bearing a hydroxyl (-OH) functional group. This structure imparts some unique physical and chemical properties to caprylic alcohol.
Solvent: Caprylic alcohol serves as a solvent for substances insoluble in water. It is commonly used as a solvent in industrial products such as paints, coatings, and cleaning agents.
Surfactant: It acts as a surfactant to reduce the surface tension between liquids, aiding in the mixing of immiscible substances. Therefore, it is used in the manufacture of detergents, soaps, and emulsions.
Chemical Intermediate: Caprylic alcohol is an important chemical intermediate and can be converted into other compounds during synthesis. It is widely used in the preparation of esters, ethers, and alcohol ethers.
Flavor and Fragrance: Due to its distinct odor and taste, caprylic alcohol is used as a flavoring and fragrance agent, added to products where enhancement of taste and aroma is required, such as food, beverages, and perfumes.
Medical Applications: Caprylic alcohol is also used as an additive or solvent in some pharmaceutical products. It can be included in drug formulations to improve solubility or stability.
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Product Parameters
| Test Index |
Standard Provision |
Result |
| Appearance |
White or Similar White Crystalline Powder |
White Powder |
| Smell |
Odorless |
Odorless |
| Assay(Converted on Dry Basis) |
>99% |
99.6% |
| Purity(by HPLC) |
>99% |
99.96% |
| optical rotation |
-30°~ -34° |
-32.1° |
| Heavy Metal |
<10ppm |
<10ppm |
| Fe |
<5ppm |
Not Detected |
| Pb |
<0.1mg/kg |
Not Detected |
| Hg |
<0.3mg/kg |
Not Detected |
| As |
<0.3mg/kg |
Not Detected |
| Cr |
<0.3mg/kg |
0.088 |
| Transmittance |
≥99% |
99.5% |
| PH |
1.8-2.3 |
2.13 |
| Water Content |
≤1.0% |
0.25% |
| Ash |
≤1.0% |
0.46% |
| Ethanol residue |
<0.5% |
0.15% |
| Loss on drying |
≤0.5% |
0.32% |
| Total plate count |
<100CFU/g |
<10CFU/g |
| Yeast and Molds |
<10CFU/g |
<10CFU/g |
| Number of Coliforms |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Staphylococcus Aureus |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Salmonella Count |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Listeria Monocytogenes |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Cronobacter sakazakii |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Bacillus Cereus |
<50CFU/g |
<10CFU/g |
| Dibutyl Phthalate |
Not Detectable |
Not Detected |
| Conclusion:The products Conforms to in-house |
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Packaging & Shipping
Shipping: DHL / FedEx/ EMS/By Air
- <50kgs, International Express(FedEx/DHL) is recommended, shipping term DAP service;
- <200kgs, Air transportation is recommended, customer pick up or door to door service;
- 2500kgs, Sea transportation is recommended, customer pick up or door to door service;
FAQ
1. What types of ingredients do you supply?
We supply a wide range of ingredients, including but not limited to nutraceutical ingredients, cosmetic ingredients, food ingredients and pharmaceutical intermediates to meet diverse formulation needs.
2. How could l get a sample?
Before we received the first order, please afford the sample cost and express fee. We will return the sample cost back to you within your first order.
3. Do you provide OEM&ODM service?
Yes, we support OEM&ODM service, we have our own professional R&D team to support customer's demand.
4. What quality standards do your ingredients adhere to?
Our ingredients adhere to industry-standard quality and safety regulations. We ensure compliance with relevant standards and provide documentation, such as Certificates of Analysis, upon request.
5. What is your lead time?
7-10 working days normally, any special requirements can be discussed.
6. What is your payment Term?
We accept T/T, Paypal, Western union or others to be negotiated.
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