Uses
2-Octanol is used as a chemical reagent in the synthesis of a variety of pharmaceutical compounds usually through its oxidation to a ketone or aldehyde. Used in the synthesis of piperine derivates as MAO A & B inhibitors.
Definition
2-Octanol is an octanol carrying the hydroxy group at position 2. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite. It is an octanol and a secondary alcohol.
Food chemistry
2-octanol is an earthy, fat, and fresh tasting compound found in common
buckwheat, corn, and ginger, which makes 2-octanol a potential biomarker
for the consumption of these food products.
