Octylamine

CAS No.: 111-86-4

Catalogue ID: GTC-497

Octylamine, CAS 111-86-4. Source-derived identification, physical data and applications are provided for catalogue reference; request the current specification, COA and SDS for the required grade.

Catalogue aliases / related identifiers

n-Octylamine; 1-Aminooctane; Octan-1-amine; 1-Octanamine; Caprylamine; Caprylylamine; Monooctylamine

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Basic Information of Octylamine

CAS No.:	111-86-4
EC No.:	203-916-0
Linear Formula:	C8H19N
Molecular Weight:	129.24
Appearance:	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor:	Strong fishy ammonia-like odor
Melting Point:	−5-−1 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point:	175-177 °C(lit.)
Density:	0.782 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility:	High solubility in organic solvents
Flash Point:	145 °F
RIDADR:	UN 2735 8/PG 2
Chemical Structure:

Application Overview

Surfactant and emulsifier synthesis
Used as a key intermediate in producing cationic surfactants, wetting agents, antistatic additives, and emulsification systems.
Corrosion inhibitors
Formulates into protective inhibitor systems for metalworking fluids, cooling water treatments, and pipeline protection.
Textile auxiliaries
Utilized in dye-fixing agents, softeners, and fiber treatment chemicals requiring hydrophobic amine functionality.
Agrochemical intermediates
Serves in the synthesis of pesticides, plant-growth regulators, and agricultural adjuvants.
Specialty coatings and adhesives
Contributes to adhesion promoters, curing agents, hydrophobic coating modifiers, and performance-enhancing additives.
Oilfield chemicals
Applied in demulsifiers, paraffin dispersants, and treatment chemicals for drilling and production systems.
Fine chemical synthesis
Acts as a building block for pharmaceuticals, flavors, personal care ingredients, and high-value organic intermediates.

Advanced purification processes: ensuring stable batch-to-batch quality for critical industrial applications.
Extensive formulation expertise: enabling us to support customers designing surfactants, agrochemical intermediates, and high-performance additive systems.
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Hazards Classification

GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (GHS02), Acute Toxicity (GHS06), Skin Corrosion/Irritation (GHS05), Aquatic Hazard Acute (GHS09)
Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled; causes severe skin burns and eye damage; very toxic to aquatic life.
UN Number: UN 2735
Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive Substances)
Packing Group: II