Capric Acid
CAS No: 334-48-5
Capric Acid, also known as Decanoic Acid, is a saturated medium-chain fatty acid with a distinctive fatty odour. Found naturally in coconut oil and palm kernel oil, it’s primarily used in the production of esters for perfumes, synthetic lubricants, and as a building block in chemical synthesis.
Synonyms
Decanoic Acid, n-Decanoic Acid, C10 Fatty Acid
Formula
C₁₀H₂₀O₂
CAS No
334-48-5
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Properties
- Molecular weight: 172.27 g/mol
- Aggregation state: Solid (waxy crystals)
- Density: ~0.89 g/cm³
- Boiling point: ~268 °C
- Melting point: ~31.5 °C
- Refractive index: ~1.418 (in melted form)
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Key applications
- Production of esters
- Plasticisers
- Lubricants
- Perfumery and flavourings
- Intermediate in surfactants
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Industries
- Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Food Additives
- Fragrance
- Lubricants
- Plastics and Polymers
- Chemical Manufacturing