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Decyl Alcohol (1-Decanol, Decanol)

CAS 112-30-1 · Formula C10H22O · MW 158.28 g/mol

A C10 fatty alcohol feedstock bridging plasticizer, surfactant, and fragrance manufacturing. It is used in the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, surfactants, and petroleum additives, as a solvent and antifoam, and as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.

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HS Code
2905.19
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Emolliency
Solubility
In water, 37 mg/L at 25 °C
Functional Roles
Cleaning / Degreasing Emolliency Surfactancy Viscosity Modification Solvency Synthesis Intermediate
INCI Name
DECYL ALCOHOL
CosIng Functions
FRAGRANCESKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care HI&I Cleaning Industrial Manufacturing Water Treatment
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Surfactant manufacture: Feedstock for surface-active agents
  • ▸ Plasticizers & lubricants: Intermediate for esters and synthetic lubricants
  • ▸ Fragrance & flavor: Aroma ingredient and intermediate
  • ▸ Petroleum additives: Component in additive and antifoam systems
  • ▸ Solvent: Wetting agent with antifoaming capacity
Physical Properties
Melting Point
7 °C
Boiling Point
230 °C at 760 mmHg
Density
0.84 at 20 °C
Solubility
In water, 37 mg/L at 25 °C
Vapor Pressure
0.00851
Flash Point
82 °C
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2905 . 19
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.05
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2905.19
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
112-30-1
Molecular Formula
C10H22O
Molecular Weight
158.28 g/mol
IUPAC Name
decan-1-ol
INCI Name
DECYL ALCOHOL
PubChem CID
8174
InChI Key
MWKFXSUHUHTGQN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
1-DECANOL Decan-1-ol Decyl alcohol n-Decyl alcohol n-Decanol Capric alcohol Nonylcarbinol Antak Royaltac Caprinic alcohol n-Decan-1-ol Agent 504 Alcohol C-10 Primary decyl alcohol Alfol 10 n-Decatyl alcohol Epal 10 Decylic alcohol 1-Hydroxydecane
Full Description

Decyl alcohol (CAS 112-30-1) is a saturated C10 monohydric fatty alcohol (1-decanol). It is used in the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, surfactants, and petroleum additives, as a solvent and antifoam, and as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is decyl alcohol used for?

Decyl alcohol (CAS 112-30-1) is a saturated C10 fatty alcohol (1-decanol) used in the manufacture of plasticizers, synthetic lubricants, surfactants, and petroleum additives. It also serves as a solvent and antifoam and as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.

What is another name for decyl alcohol?

Decyl alcohol is also called 1-decanol or n-decanol. It has the formula C10H22O and CAS number 112-30-1.

Is decyl alcohol the same as lauryl or dodecyl alcohol?

No. Decyl alcohol is the C10 fatty alcohol (1-decanol), whereas lauryl/dodecyl alcohol is the C12 fatty alcohol (1-dodecanol). They are different chain lengths with different CAS numbers and properties.

How is bulk decyl alcohol shipped and classified?

RawSource supplies decyl alcohol in bulk drums, totes, and IBCs. It is assigned UN 1987 for transport and HS code 2905.19 (saturated monohydric alcohols, other). Consult the SDS for the current GHS classification and handling requirements.

What is the cost of bulk decyl alcohol?

Bulk pricing depends on grade, volume, and packaging (drums, totes, IBCs). Request a current bulk quote from RawSource with your target volume and packaging.

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