A light yellow oily liquid or solid with a pungent odor, flammable, and low toxicity. Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol (1 part bay alcohol dissolved in 2 parts 70% ethanol) and ether. The relative density is 0.8306. Melting point 24 ℃. Boiling point 255-259 ℃. Flash point>100 ℃. The refractive index is 1.4428.

Mainly used to produce plasticizers, surfactants, and various additives. The plasticizer made from this product and phthalic anhydride has low volatility, good low temperature resistance, and good mixing performance with polyvinyl chloride. The mineral flotation agent made from this product has excellent physical and chemical properties. In addition, this product can be used to produce plant growth regulators, lubricant additives, and specialty chemicals.