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1,8-Octanedithiol

≥97%

Synonym(s):

1,8-Dimercaptooctane

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Linear Formula:
HS(CH2)8SH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
178.36
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352103
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.23

Quality Level

Assay

≥97%

refractive index

n20/D 1.505 (lit.)

bp

269-270 °C (lit.)

density

0.97 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

SCCCCCCCCS

InChI

1S/C8H18S2/c9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8-10/h9-10H,1-8H2

InChI key

PGTWZHXOSWQKCY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

1,8-Octanedithiol (OCT) is an alkanedithiol, which forms a self-assembled monolayer (SAM) on a variety of metal surfaces. OCT contains linearly arranged carbon-carbon bonds (C−C) and two sulfur atoms at the end facilitating the attachment with the surface atoms of the substrates. It mainly forms an organo-metallic system, which can be used to improve the electron transport medium for a wide range of electronic applications.

Application

OCT may be used as a processing additive that can functionalize the electrode layer to enhance the power efficiency of P3HT:PCBM solar cells. It may also be used to form a SAM on gold electrodes to enhance the electrochemical properties.

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. 4 Oral

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

235.4 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

113 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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