Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether

CAS 19327-39-0CH3(CH2)7(OCH2CH2)4OHBiochemicals & Reagents

Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether (CAS: 19327-39-0, Formula: CH3(CH2)7(OCH2CH2)4OH) is a non-ionic surfactant supplied by Tech Serve Solutions. With a molecular weight of 306.44 g/mol, this liquid chemical exhibits good solubility and emulsifying properties. It is primarily utilized in laboratory research for studies involving surfactant behaviour, micelle formation, and thermal diffusion in aqueous solutions, offering reliable performance for analytical and experimental purposes.

IUPAC: C8E4,Octyl tetraethylene glycol ether,Octyltetraglycol

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Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether (CH3(CH2)7(OCH2CH2)4OH) — chemical structure, CAS 19327-39-0; Life Science, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Biochemicals and ReagentsDetergentsDetergents N to ZNon-Ionic Detergents

01 /Applications

Surfactant Research

Used in studies to investigate the thermal diffusion behaviour of nonionic surfactants in aqueous environments, providing insights into physical chemistry principles.

Micelle and Adsorption Studies

Applied in research exploring unusual micelle formation and surface adsorption phenomena, particularly within complex mixtures of surfactants.

General Laboratory Reagent

Serves as a valuable non-ionic detergent and reagent for various laboratory applications requiring emulsification or surface tension modification.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	306.44
Linear formula	CH3(CH2)7(OCH2CH2)4OH
Assay	≥98% (GC)
Form	liquid
Density	0.969 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Application	Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether has been used in a study to assess thermal diffusion behavior of nonionic surfactants in water. 1 It has also been used in a study to investigate unusual micelle and surface adsorption behavior in mixtures of surfactants. 2

03 /Safety & handling

GHS hazard pictogram: Harmful / irritant (GHS07) — Harmful / irritant

Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas or vapours
P305IF IN EYES

Protective equipment	Eyeshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3
Hazard codes (EU)	Xi
Risk statements (R)	36/37/38
Safety statements (S)	26-36

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

19327-39-0

MDL number

MFCD00043033

Beilstein registry

1781226

05 /Additional specifications

Description	non-ionic

06 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

07 /Frequently asked questions

What is Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether used for?

Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether is primarily used in laboratory research, including studies on the thermal diffusion behaviour of nonionic surfactants and investigations into micelle and surface adsorption phenomena.

What is the CAS number and chemical formula for Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether?

The CAS number is 19327-39-0, and the chemical formula is CH3(CH2)7(OCH2CH2)4OH.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether with an assay of ≥98% (GC). We do not represent this product as USP, BP, or EP grade.

How should Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether be handled safely?

This chemical is a Warning substance (GHS07) and may cause skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335). Always use appropriate personal protective equipment, including eyeshields and gloves, and ensure adequate ventilation or use a respirator.

How is Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether supplied and exported?

Tech Serve Solutions is a specialist global supplier and exporter of fine chemicals, including Tetraethylene glycol monooctyl ether, which is carefully packaged for safe transport.

How can I request a quote or sample?

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