N-Decanol, 1-Decanol:
Density: 0.8 ± 0.1 g/cm³
Boiling Point: 227.8 ± 3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point: 5-7 °C (lit.)
CAS No.: 112-30-1
Molecular Formula: C10H22O
Molecular Weight: 158.281
Flash Point: 101.7 ± 4.6 °C
Exact Mass: 158.167068
PSA (Polar Surface Area): 20.23000
LogP: 4.06
Appearance: Amber liquid
Vapor Density: 4.5 (vs. air)
Vapor Pressure: 0.0 ± 1.0 mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index: 1.435
Storage Conditions:
Seal and store in a cool, dry place. Ensure good ventilation in the workspace. Keep away from ignition sources.
Store away from oxidizing agents. Use iron, mild steel, copper, or aluminum containers.
Packaging:
Typically shipped in iron drums; bulk quantities may use tank trucks.
For refined products, use glass bottles or iron cans.
Storage tanks should be grounded and equipped with flame arrestors to prevent fire hazards.
Protect from sunlight, heat sources, and open flames. Transport as general chemicals.
Stability :
Avoid contact with strong oxidizers. Non-corrosive to metals; exhibits chemical reactivity typical of higher primary alcohols.
Toxicity:
Practically non-toxic.
Oral LD 50  (rats): 6400-12,800 mg/kg; LD 50  (mice): 12,800-25,600 mg/kg.
Intraperitoneal LD 50  (mice): 8800-1600 mg/kg.
Naturally present in tobacco leaves (e.g., roasted tobacco).
Found in essential oils such as sweet orange oil.
Water Solubility: Insoluble
Molecular Structure Data:
Molar Refractivity: 49.91
Molar Volume: 191.1 cm³/mol
Isotonic Volume (90.2 K): 446.7 cm³/mol
Surface Tension: 29.8 dyne/cm
 

Applications of n-Decanol (Decyl Alcohol)

Use 1: Industrial Raw Material

n-Decanol serves as a key ingredient in the production of:

• Surfactants, plasticizers, synthetic fibers, defoamers, herbicides, lubricant additives, and fragrances.

• It is also used as a   solvent   in inks and other industrial formulations.

Use 2: Fragrance & Flavor Applications

• Used in trace amounts in perfumes such as   mimosa, osmanthus, violet, red rose, orange blossom, narcissus, iris, lilac, jasmine, and sweet orange blossom.

• In lower-grade floral fragrance formulations, it acts as a   blender or modifier for linalool.

• Sometimes employed in   industrial deodorants   to mask unpleasant odors.

• In   food flavorings , it is sparingly used in   cream, sweet orange, coconut, lemon, and various fruit flavors.

Use 3: Food Flavoring (GB 2760-96 Approved)

• Permitted as a   food flavoring agent   in China (GB 2760-96).

• Primarily used in   orange, lemon, coconut, and mixed fruit flavorings.

Use 4: Cosmetics, Plastics, and Agricultural Applications

• Cosmetics & Soaps:   Used in   rose-type floral fragrances   for soaps and daily care products.

• Food Industry:   Usage levels (ppm):

  • Ice cream: 4.6

  • Candy: 5.2

  • Chewing gum: 3.0

  • Beverages: 2.1

  • Note:   Must not be used for purposes other than flavoring.

• Plasticizers:   Raw material for   DIDP (Diisodecyl Phthalate) and DIDA (Diisodecyl Adipate) , used in PVC wire coatings and high-grade artificial leather.

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  Other Industrial Uses:

  • Uranium refining, defoamers, surfactant production, and solvents.

  • Agriculture:

    • Solvent and stabilizer for   herbicides & pesticides.

    • Used in   fruit ripening agents   (for organic produce).

    • Controls seed germination in   ornamental plants and tobacco.

  • Petroleum Industry:   Applied in   oil drilling and enhanced oil recovery (EOR).

Summary

n-Decanol is a   versatile C10 fatty alcohol   with applications spanning:
  Surfactants & plasticizers
  Fragrances (perfumes, soaps, cosmetics)
  Food flavors (citrus, coconut, cream)
  Agriculture (herbicides, ripening agents)
  Petroleum & industrial solvents

Its broad utility makes it essential in   chemical manufacturing, food science, and agrochemical industries.

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