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Suberic acid

IUPAC: octanedioic acid

C8H14O4 Acids CAS 505-48-6
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Formula / NotationC8H14O4
CAS Number505-48-6
Molecular Weight174.19
Melting Point144 °C
Boiling Point345.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Solubility11.9 mg/mL
AppearanceOther Solid
Also Known Asoctanedioic acid; Octanedioic acid; 505-48-6; Cork acid; 1,6-Hexanedicarboxylic acid; 1,8-Octanedioic acid; Hexamethylenedicarboxylic acid; 6U7Y4M9C1H; DTXSID8021644; NSC-25952
CategoryAcids

What is Suberic acid?

Suberic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,6-dicarboxy derivative of hexane. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a suberate and a suberate(2-).

Formula & Notation

C8H14O4

IUPAC Name: octanedioic acid

Other Names / Synonyms: octanedioic acid; Octanedioic acid; 505-48-6; Cork acid; 1,6-Hexanedicarboxylic acid; 1,8-Octanedioic acid; Hexamethylenedicarboxylic acid; 6U7Y4M9C1H; DTXSID8021644; NSC-25952

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Other Solid. Molecular formula: C8H14O4. Molecular weight: 174.19 g/mol. Boiling point: 345.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg. Melting point: 144 °C. Solubility: 11.9 mg/mL. LogP: 1.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point144 °C
Boiling Point345.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Molecular Weight174.19
Solubility11.9 mg/mL
AppearanceOther Solid

Uses & Applications

Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.

Safety Information

Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Suberic acid
Formula C8H14O4
CAS Number 505-48-6
Molecular Weight 174.19
Category Acids
Synonyms octanedioic acid; Octanedioic acid; 505-48-6; Cork acid; 1,6-Hexanedicarboxylic acid; 1,8-Octanedioic acid; Hexamethylenedicarboxylic acid; 6U7Y4M9C1H; DTXSID8021644; NSC-25952

Frequently Asked Questions

Suberic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,6-dicarboxy derivative of hexane. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a suberate and a suberate(2-).

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