Caprylic Acid
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Caprylic acid, also known as octanoic acid, is a medium-chain fatty acid found in various natural sources, particularly coconut oil and palm kernel oil.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C8H16O2 |
CAS Number: |
124-07-2 |
Also Known As: |
Octanoic Acid |
applications:
Caprylic acid is used as a food additive and flavoring agent. It is also used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.
In industrial applications is used in the production of lubricants, surfactants, and other industrial chemicals.
Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
Clear, colorless to slight yellow liquid |
Boiling Point, °C |
237 - 240 |
Density, g/cm3 |
0.893 |
Flash Point, °C |
110 |
Melting point, °C |
16 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
144.21 |
Odor |
Acrid, pungent and irritating |
Purity, % |
98 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.4285 |
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