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1,2-Octanediol
1,2-Octanediol, CAS No. 1117-86-8, is a C8 diol supplied for specialty chemical and personal care ingredient sourcing. It is also documented as Caprylyl Glycol in cosmetic ingredient formulation documents.
Purity: ≥98.0% (GC). The product may appear as a colorless liquid or white solid depending on storage temperature. COA, TDS, and SDS are available upon request.
- Identity: CAS No. 1117-86-8, molecular formula C8H18O2, and molecular weight 146.23 g/mol.
- Physical form: Confirm temperature conditions for storage, transport, and handling before purchase.
- Quality review: Current batch documentation can support incoming material checks and supplier qualification.
- Supply request: Provide the required quantity, packaging preference, destination, and documentation needs.
1,2-Octanediol Chemical Identity and Physical Specifications Overview
| Property | Typical Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 1,2-Octanediol |
| Also Documented As | Caprylyl Glycol (INCI) |
| CAS No. | 1117-86-8 |
| EC No. | 214-254-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H18O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.23 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid to white solid, depending on temperature |
| Purity | ≥98.0% (GC) |
| Density | 0.914 g/cm³ |
| Hydroxyl Value | ≥740 mg KOH/g |
Typical specifications are subject to the current Certificate of Analysis (COA).
1,2-Octanediol Storage, Transport and Packaging Considerations
1,2-Octanediol may be supplied as a liquid or solid depending on ambient and storage temperature. Buyers involved in specialty chemical or bulk ingredient sourcing should confirm the expected physical state at the point of receipt, storage, and downstream handling.
Physical State and Handling
Because appearance can change with temperature, receiving and quality teams should confirm expected condition on arrival and plan storage accordingly. Improper storage temperature may affect handling but does not necessarily indicate a change in chemical identity or purity.
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area consistent with current SDS guidance.
- Transport: Confirm packaging format and any temperature-sensitive handling requirements before shipment.
- Receiving checks: Compare physical state and batch documentation against the purchase specification upon arrival.
Packaging and Documentation
Standard packaging, labeling, and accompanying documentation should be confirmed at the time of quotation. This includes package size, net weight, batch number, and the version of COA, TDS, and SDS provided with the shipment.
- Package format: Confirm drum, container, or other packaging options available for the required order quantity.
- Labeling: Confirm product name, CAS number, batch number, and net weight shown on outer packaging.
- Documentation: Request current COA, TDS, and SDS aligned with the batch being shipped.
1,2-Octanediol Purchase Checks for Chemical and Ingredient Buyers
Before finalizing a purchase order, buyers should compare current batch specifications against internal quality requirements and confirm supply logistics with the supplier.
What to Confirm Before Ordering
- Identity and purity: Confirm CAS No. 1117-86-8 and the required purity standard, including the applicable GC test method.
- Physical condition: Confirm whether the product will be supplied as a liquid or solid at the expected transport and storage temperature.
- Documentation: Request the current COA, TDS, and SDS for internal technical, quality, and regulatory review.
- Packaging requirements: Confirm the required package size, labeling information, and shipment destination before quotation.
1,2-Octanediol Supply Applications in Specialty Chemical Sourcing
1,2-Octanediol is suitable for evaluation by specialty chemical distributors, ingredient importers, and personal care ingredient buyers requiring a defined CAS identity and consistent batch documentation.
- Chemical distribution: Suitable for distributors sourcing a defined CAS-identified raw material with batch-level documentation.
- Ingredient supply chains: Can support buyers who require the chemical identity confirmed separately from cosmetic INCI listings.
- Formulation sourcing: For buyers referencing this material by chemical name in internal procurement systems, see Caprylyl Glycol for cosmetic formulation use.
Typical 1,2-Octanediol Sourcing Review for an Industrial Buyer
A specialty chemical distributor was reviewing 1,2-Octanediol as a raw material for resale to regional ingredient buyers.
Buyer Requirement
The buyer needed to confirm CAS identity, ≥98.0% GC purity, current documentation, packaging format, and supply consistency across multiple purchase orders.
Solution
Wuxi Zhufeng Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. provided batch-specific specification data and current documentation for the buyer's internal quality review. The buyer compared the data against its purchasing specification and confirmed packaging and delivery requirements.
Result
The buyer completed its supplier qualification review and proceeded with an initial purchase order. Ongoing batch consistency remained subject to the buyer's incoming quality control process.
1,2-Octanediol Supply and Documentation Information from Zhufeng Chem
Wuxi Zhufeng Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. supplies 1,2-Octanediol for specialty chemical and personal care ingredient sourcing. Zhufeng Chem can provide batch-specific information and documentation to support technical review, sample requests, packaging confirmation, and quotation preparation.
Buyers should confirm target quantity, destination market, required documentation, and packaging preference before finalizing a purchasing plan. Regulatory suitability and finished-product performance remain the responsibility of the buyer and the finished-product manufacturer.
Frequently Asked 1,2-Octanediol Questions for Chemical Buyers
Is the CAS number for 1,2-Octanediol the same when listed as Caprylyl Glycol?
Yes. CAS No. 1117-86-8 identifies the same substance regardless of whether it is documented under the chemical name 1,2-Octanediol or the INCI name Caprylyl Glycol. Buyers should confirm the CAS number on the COA and SDS rather than relying on the product name alone.
Does the appearance change between batches?
Appearance can vary between liquid and solid depending on ambient and storage temperature. This does not indicate a change in purity. Buyers should confirm the current batch COA for the applicable specification.
What documents are provided with each shipment?
COA and, upon request, TDS and SDS are provided for the shipped batch. Buyers should confirm document requirements at the time of quotation.
What information is needed for a quotation?
Please provide the required quantity, destination country or port, preferred packaging, and any labeling or documentation requirements.
Request 1,2-Octanediol Product Information and Quotation Details
For a quotation or product review, please provide the required quantity, destination country or port, preferred packaging, and whether COA, TDS, SDS, or a sample is required. This information helps Wuxi Zhufeng Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. prepare relevant product and supply information for the request.
