1-Decanol
- CAS Number
- 112-30-1
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Molecular Formula
- C10H22O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1630
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 158.29 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Decan-1-ol is a fatty alcohol consisting of a hydroxy function at C-1 of an unbranched saturated chain of ten carbon atoms. It has a role as a metabolite, a pheromone and a protic solvent.
Also known as Decyl alcohol.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1630
- CAS Number
- 112-30-1
- Molecular Formula
- C10H22O
- Molecular Weight
- 158.29 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 7 °C; Boiling point: 229 °C; Flash point: 82 °C (180 °F) - closed cup; Density: 0.8297 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: In water, 37 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless to water-white liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants, acid anhydrides and acid chlorides. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 1-Decanol
- Catalogue No.
- AL1630
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 112-30-1
- EC Number
- 203-956-9
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 603-103-00-4
- Chemical Formula
- C10H22O
- HSN Code
- 29051990
- Synonyms
- Decyl alcohol
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Surfactant intermediate, reference compound in lipid chemistry
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8174 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 1-Decanol
- CAS No.
- 112-30-1
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause mild irritation to skin and eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Combustible liquid. Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide to extinguish.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Absorb with inert material and dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Cover the spilled material with inert absorbent. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants, acid anhydrides and acid chlorides. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Sweet odor
- Odour threshold
- Not available
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- <1
- Melting point
- 7 °C
- Freezing point
- Not available
- Boiling point
- 229 °C
- Flash point
- 82 °C (180 °F) - closed cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 550 °F (288 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.00851 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 5.3 (Air= 1)
- Density
- 0.8297 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 37 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- log Kow= 4.57
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable in mildly acidic & alkaline solutions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces irritating fumes. Reacts violently with acid anhydrides, acid chlorides and strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 4,720 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit skin 3,560 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as an intermediate in surfactant, plasticizer, and fragrance synthesis, and as a fatty-alcohol reference standard.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0588D
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 158.29 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid | Colorless liquid |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% For Synthesis grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. 7 °C; b.p. 229 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 37 mg/L at 25 °C |
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