OCTOXYNOL-3

Synonym(s):2-[4-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethanol

CAS NO.：2315-67-5
Empirical Formula: C16H26O2
Molecular Weight: 250.38
MDL number: MFCD00016569
EINECS: 621-345-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-04-24 14:58:19

What is OCTOXYNOL-3?

Chemical properties

Pale Yellow Oil

The Uses of OCTOXYNOL-3

OCTOXYNOL-3 is a common enironmental pollutant showing weak estrogenic effects. It has been shown to cause harm to the male reproductive system of vertebrates in particular among aquatic species where gonadal intersex , altered sex ratios, and reduced gonad size has been observed.

The Uses of OCTOXYNOL-3

A common enironmental pollutant showing weak estrogenic effects. Has been shown to cause harm to the male reproductive system of vertebrates in particular among aquatic species where gonadal intersex, altered sex ratios, and reduced gonad size has been observed.

What are the applications of Application

4-tert-Octylphenol Monoethoxylate is a common environmental pollutant

Definition

ChEBI: Triton X-100 is a poly(ethylene glycol) derivative that is poly(ethylene glycol) in which one of the terminal hydroxy groups has been converted into the corresponding p-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-3-yl)phenyl ether. It has a role as a nonionic surfactant.

Properties of OCTOXYNOL-3

Boiling point:	351.2±25.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	0.980-0.990 g/cm3(Temp: 25 °C)
Flash point:	-17℃
storage temp.	-20°C
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	Solid
pka	14.29±0.10(Predicted)
color	Off-White to Pale Yellow Oil
BRN	2114647
EPA Substance Registry System	2-[4-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)phenoxy]ethanol (2315-67-5)

Safety information for OCTOXYNOL-3

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H225:Flammable liquids H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H336:Specific target organ toxicity,single exposure; Narcotic effects
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.