Isodecyl alcohol

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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8-methylnonan-1-ol; 8-Methylnonane-1-ol; Isodecanol; Isodecanol Mixture of isomers

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Isodecyl alcohol, also called isodecanol, is a mixture of isodecanol isomers and a slightly viscous fatty alcohol with the empirical formula C10H210H and the linear formula (H3C)2-(CH2)7-CH2-OH. The alcohol is practically insoluble in water, soluble in ether and ethanol.

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The substance irritates eyes, skin and respiratory tract. It can be absorbed through the skin (contact poison).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer