Octoic Acid
Caprylic acid is the common name for the eight-carbon saturated fatty acid known by the systematic name Octoic Acid. Its compounds are found naturally in the milk of various mammals, and as a minor constituent of coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It is an oily liquid that is minimally soluble in water with a slightly unpleasant rancid-like smell and taste.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C8H16O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 144.21 |
| CAS Number | [124-07-2] |
| Description | Oily, viscous liquid without sediments, with unpleasant rancid taste |
| Density in g ml at 20/20 Degree Celcius | 0.909 – 0.910 |
| Distillation range in Degree Celcius | 236 – 242 |
| Iodine value | 0.5 max |
| Acid value | 386-389 |
| Solidification point in Degree Celcius | 15.5 – 16.5 |
| Colour (Lovibond 5.25 inch cell) | 1R 4.0Y max |
| Fatty acid composition (%) C6 C8 C10 Others |
0.5 max 99 min 0.5 max 0.1 max |
| Industry | Application |
|---|---|
| Fragrances | In Manufacture of esters used in perfumery industries |
| Colorants | In Manufacture of dyes |
| Detergent | In Manufacture of sulphonates |
