Octanoic acid

ALDRICH/W279927 - natural, ≥98%, FG

Synonym: Acid C₈; Caprylic acid

CAS Number: 124-07-2
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₈H₁₆O₂
Molecular Weight: 144.21
EC Number: 204-677-5
MDL Number: MFCD00004429
Linear Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₆COOH
Product Type: Chemical

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12 Principles of Green Chemistry: Principle 3—Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses. This product manufacturing process was designed with lesser toxicity to human health and the environment.

12 Principles of Green Chemistry: Principle 7—A raw material or feedstock should be renewable rather than depleting whenever technically and economically practicable.

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agency	follows IFRA guidelines
	meets purity specifications of JECFA
application(s)	flavors and fragrances
assay	≥98%
bp	237 °C (lit.)
density	0.91 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
documentation	see Safety & Documentation for available documents
food allergen	no known allergens
fragrance allergen	no known allergens
grade	FG
	Fragrance grade
	Kosher
	natural
greener alternative category
greener alternative product characteristics	Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses Use of Renewable Feedstocks Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry .
InChI	1S/C8H16O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8(9)10/h2-7H2,1H3,(H,9,10)
InChI key	WWZKQHOCKIZLMA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
mp	15-17 °C (lit.)
organoleptic	fatty; oily; waxy; vegetable; cheesy; rancid
Quality Level	400
refractive index	n20/D 1.428 (lit.)
reg. compliance	EU Regulation 1223/2009
	EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012
	FDA 21 CFR 172.860
	FDA 21 CFR 1722.210
SMILES string	CCCCCCCC(O)=O
sustainability	Greener Alternative Product
vapor density	5 (vs air)
vapor pressure	1 mmHg ( 78 °C)

Application:	Characterization and drug solubilization of arginine-based ionic liquids - Impact of counterions and stoichiometry.: This study discusses the solubilization properties of arginine-based ionic liquids with octanoic acid as a counterion, highlighting their potential in enhancing drug delivery systems through improved drug solubility (Wang et al., 2024 ). Chemical Characterization of Terpene-Based Hydrophobic Eutectic Solvents and Their Application for Pb(II) Complexation during Solvent Extraction Procedure.: Research investigates the use of octanoic acid in the synthesis of novel terpene-based eutectic solvents, focusing on their application in heavy metal extraction. This study is crucial for environmental chemistry, offering a sustainable alternative for pollutant removal (Suljkanović et al., 2024 ). Green and Efficient Extraction of Phenolic Components from Plants with Supramolecular Solvents: Experimental and Theoretical Studies.: This research utilizes octanoic acid in the development of supramolecular solvents for the extraction of phenolic compounds from plants. The study focuses on optimizing extraction efficiency and sustainability, enhancing the production of natural antioxidants (Xia et al., 2024 ).
General description:	Octanoic acid is a fatty acid mainly found in butter, edible oils and milk of various species.
General description:	We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one of the four categories of Greener Alternatives . This product is a Biobased product aligning with the principles of "Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses" and "Use of Renewable Feedstocks" in Green Chemistry.
Packaging:	1 kg in poly bottle
Packaging:	5, 10, 25 kg in poly drum

Symbol	GHS05
Signal word	Danger
Hazard statements	H314 - H412
Precautionary statements	P273 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P363
Hazard Codes	C
Risk Statements	34
Safety Statements	26-36/37/39-45
RIDADR	UN 3265 8 / PGIII
WGK Germany	WGK 1
Flash Point(F)	> 230.0 °F - closed cup
Flash Point(C)	> 110 °C - closed cup

Purity	≥98%
bp	237 °C (lit.)
mp	15-17 °C (lit.)
Density	0.91 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.428 (lit.)
FEMA Number	2799
UNSPSC	12164502

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