N‑Octane Pure – 100ml (LR Grade, UN 1262)

N‑Octane Pure 100ml is a high‑purity laboratory reagent supplied in LR (Laboratory Reagent) grade, suitable for controlled educational use. With the chemical formula C₈H₁₈, N‑Octane is a straight‑chain alkane commonly used in school and college laboratories to support the teaching of organic chemistry concepts.

This product is classified under UN Number 1262 with CAS Number 111‑65‑9 and is supplied in a secure 100ml container, making it ideal for demonstration work and small‑scale practical activities within an educational setting. As a flammable liquid, it must be stored and handled in accordance with COSHH and school laboratory safety guidelines.

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Key Features

• N‑Octane (C₈H₁₈) supplied in a 100ml bottle
• LR (Laboratory Reagent) grade purity
• UN Number: 1262
• CAS Number: 111‑65‑9
• Suitable for educational laboratory use
• Supplied in manageable quantities for safe classroom demonstrations
• Flammable liquid – suitable for use under controlled conditions
• Available to schools and educational establishments only

Ideal for School Science Lessons

N‑Octane is a valuable teaching resource for KS4, GCSE and A‑Level Chemistry, particularly when exploring organic chemistry and the properties of hydrocarbons. It is commonly used to support learning about:

• Alkanes and homologous series
• Hydrocarbon structure and naming conventions
• Trends in boiling point and volatility
• Combustion reactions (teacher‑led demonstrations)
• Comparing straight‑chain hydrocarbons with other organic compounds

When used as part of a planned lesson or technician‑prepared demonstration, N‑Octane helps students connect theoretical knowledge with real‑world chemical substances. Supplied in a small volume and intended for supervised use, it supports safe, engaging, and curriculum‑relevant practical science teaching.

Reliable, clearly classified, and suitable for structured laboratory work, N‑Octane Pure 100ml is an essential reagent for secondary school and college chemistry departments.