1,2-Octanediol

Synonyms:(R,S)-Octane-1,2-diol;R,S-Octane-1,2-diol;Octane-1,2-diol;1,2-Dihydroxyoctane;1,2-Octanediol;

Octan-1,2-diol

CAS:1117-86-8

MF:C8H18O2

MW:146.23

EINECS:214-254-7

Melting point 36-38 °C (lit.)

Boiling point 131-132 °C/10 mmHg (lit.)

density 0.914

vapor density >1 (vs air)

vapor pressure 0.28Pa at 25℃

refractive index 1.4505 (estimate)

Fp >230 °F

storage temp. Sealed in dry,Room Temperature

solubility 3 g/L (20°C)

form Low Melting Solid

color Colorless to white

Uses

1,2-Octanediol has a variety of applications. It is used to improve HPLC separation of organic acids and bases 

and to synthesize halohydrin palmitates. Additionally, it is studied for its potential use as a pediculicide and has 

been shown to be effective against louse infestations.