1-heptanol

1-Heptanol (CAS 111-70-6), also known as heptyl alcohol, is a medium-chain fatty alcohol used as a chemical intermediate, solvent, and fragrance ingredient. FEMA 2548.

Where is 1-heptanol used?

• Coatings and adhesives: reactive diluent
• Resin systems: crosslinking co-agent improving flow and cure
• Personal care: emollient and emulsifier component in skin and hair products
• Flavor and fragrance: green, citrus-like top notes in fine fragrance compositions and food-grade flavoring systems
• Plastics processing: plasticizer intermediate and stabilizer component during polymer compounding
• It is recognized in flavor and fragrance applications under FEMA 2548.

Good to know: Technical grade is the most common supply form for industrial applications, while fragrance and flavor applications typically require higher-purity specifications, often FCC or equivalent. Buyers should confirm purity levels and odor profile specifications directly with suppliers for flavor or cosmetic end uses.

Commercial specifications

• Standard bulk packaging: drums and IBCs
• Larger volume isotank shipments available
• Technical grade most common; higher-purity specifications for fragrance and flavor