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1-Octene, 97+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
1-Octene acts as a comonomer used in the preparation of polyethylene, especially high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and linear low-density polyethylene(LLDPE) resins. It is also used in organic synthesis, surfactants and plasticizers. Further, it is used in process regulators and viscosity adjustors. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of linear aldehyde through the oxo synthesis (hydroformylation) to get the nonanal.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
1-Octene acts as a comonomer used in the preparation of polyethylene, especially high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and linear low-density polyethylene(LLDPE) resins. It is also used in organic synthesis, surfactants and plasticizers. Further, it is used in process regulators and viscosity adjustors. In addition to this, it is used in the preparation of linear aldehyde through the oxo synthesis (hydroformylation) to get the nonanal.
Solubility
Miscible with water, ether, alcohol and acetone.
Notes
Incompatible with bromine, chlorine, acids and oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point | -102°C |
Density | 0.715 |
Boiling Point | 122°C to 123°C |
Flash Point | 21°C (70°F) |
Odor | Petroleum-like |
Refractive Index | 1.409 |
Quantity | 500 mL |
UN Number | UN3295 |
Beilstein | 1734497 |
Merck Index | 14,1764 |
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