| Formula / Notation | C10H20O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 334-48-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 172.26 |
| Melting Point | 88.7 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 514 to 518 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.893 (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Decanoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a rancid odor. Melting point 31.5 °C. Soluble in most organic solvents and in dilute nitric acid; non-toxic. Used to make esters for perfumes and fr... |
| Also Known As | decanoic acid; Decanoic acid; 334-48-5; n-Decanoic acid; n-Capric acid; Decoic acid; Decylic acid; Caprinic acid; n-Decylic acid; 1-Nonanecarboxylic acid |
| Category | Acids |
What is Capric acid?
Decanoic acid is a C10, straight-chain saturated fatty acid. It has a role as a volatile oil component, an antibacterial agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, a plant metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a medium-chain fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of a decanoate. It derives from a hydride of a decane.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: decanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: decanoic acid; Decanoic acid; 334-48-5; n-Decanoic acid; n-Capric acid; Decoic acid; Decylic acid; Caprinic acid; n-Decylic acid; 1-Nonanecarboxylic acid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 88.7 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 514 to 518 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.893 (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 172.26 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Decanoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a rancid odor. Melting point 31.5 °C. Soluble in most organic solvents and in dilute nitric acid; non-toxic. Used to make esters for perfumes and fr... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Decanoic acid is a C10, straight-chain saturated fatty acid. It has a role as a volatile oil component, an antibacterial agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, a plant metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a medium-chain fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of a decanoate. It derives from a hydride of a decane.
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Capric acid is: C10H20O2