octyl ether

Description

octyl ether · CAS 629-82-3 · C16H34O. UNII 77JZM5516Z. Boiling Point: 572 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992).

Identification

CAS Registry Number	629-82-3
PubChem CID	12399
Molecular formula	C16H34O
IUPAC name	1-octoxyoctane
UNII (FDA)	77JZM5516Z

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	242.44
XLogP3	6.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	14
Exact Mass	242.260965704
Monoisotopic Mass	242.260965704
Topological Polar Surface Area	9.2
Heavy Atom Count	17
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	572 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)

Physical description & handling notes

• Di-n-octyl ether is a liquid. (NTP, 1992)
• CBI; Liquid
• Liquid; [CAMEO] Clear colorless liquid; [MSDSonline]
• greater than 212 °F (NTP, 1992)
• 0.82 (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float
• 8.36 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Dicaprylyl Ether) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Personal care product
GHS notification summary	100% (173 / 173)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	100% (173 / 173)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Dicaprylyl Ether
• Used as an analytical reagent; [MSDSonline]
• Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
• Solids separation (precipitating) agent, not otherwise specified
• Information on 27 consumer products that contain Dicaprylyl ether in the following categories is provided:
• Mining (except Oil and Gas) and support activities

Synonyms

Dioctyl ether; 629-82-3; Di-n-octyl ether; Octyl ether; Dicaprylyl ether; Octane, 1,1'-oxybis-; 1-(Octyloxy)octane; EINECS 211-112-6; Octane, 1,1'-oxybis-,; UNII-77JZM5516Z; BRN 1748226; AI3-09528; 77JZM5516Z; NSC-28948; DTXSID20862324; EC 211-112-6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of octyl ether?

CAS 629-82-3; molecular formula C16H34O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is octyl ether known by?

Dioctyl ether, 629-82-3, Di-n-octyl ether, Octyl ether, Dicaprylyl ether, Octane, 1,1'-oxybis-.

What is the regulatory status of octyl ether?

Documented regulatory listings: CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Dicaprylyl Ether) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review); CIR / INCI: Personal care product.

Is octyl ether classified as hazardous?

100% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (173 of 173).

What are the key physical properties of octyl ether?

Boiling Point: 572 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992).

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