Decanoic acid PurCert Secondary Working Standard for GC [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Caprynic acid
Linear Formula:  C10H20O2
Molecular Weight:  172.26 g/mol
CAS Number: 334-48-5

Properties

Vapour pressure 15 mm Hg ( 160 °C)
Water Solubility 0.15 g/L (20 º C)
Assay Purity >=99 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.4169
B pt. 268-270 °C
M pt. 27-32 °C
Density 0.893 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H315,H319,H412
Precautionary Statement  P264 - P273 - P280 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P332 + P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29159099
Flash point >230 °F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

Description

Application
Decanoic acid is used in the manufacture of esters for perfumes and flavorings as well as in pharmaceuticals lubricants and cosmetic products.

Purpose
The primary purpose of decanoic acid in industry is to serve as a chemical intermediate for producing compounds with desired fragrance flavor antimicrobial or functional properties.

General Description
Decanoic acid is a medium-chain saturated fatty acid (C10H20O2) naturally found in coconut oil palm kernel oil and animal fats.