C6 CAPROIC ACID

C6 Caproic Acid is also used as a component in varnish driers, as well as a lubricant.
C6 Caproic Acid is used to make perfumes.
C6 Caproic Acid is used in the manufacturing of perfumes due to its distinct scent, and in soap making, it serves as an essential ingredient, contributing to the production of hard, durable, and high-quality soaps.

CAS Number: 142-62-1 
EC Number: 205-550-7
MDL number: MFCD00004421
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2 / CH3(CH2)4COOH
Molar mass: 116.160 g·mol−1

SYNONYMS:
Hexanoic acid, Hexoic acid, Hexylic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, C6:0 (Lipid numbers), HEXANOIC ACID, Caproic acid, 142-62-1, n-Caproic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, Capronic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid, Hexoic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid, n-Hexylic acid, n-Hexoic acid, Pentiformic acid, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, Pentanecarboxylic acid, Hexacid 698, Hexylic acid, Kyselina kapronova, Hexanoic acid (natural), FEMA No. 2559, Acid C6, NSC 8266, CCRIS 1347, HSDB 6813, EINECS 205-550-7, UNII-1F8SN134MX, BRN 0773837, 1F8SN134MX, C6:0, DTXSID7021607, CHEBI:30776, AI3-07701, NSC8266, NSC-8266, Hexanoic-2,2-d2 acid, NCIOpen2_005355, CHEMBL14184, CH3-[CH2]4-COOH, DTXCID101607, 1-PENTANE CARBOXYLIC ACID, EC 205-550-7, butylacetate, capronate, hexylate, pentylformate, 4-02-00-00917 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), n-caproate, n-hexoate, n-hexylate, NSC-35598, HEXANOIC ACID (CAPROIC ACID), 1-hexanoate, 1-pentanecarboxylate, Hexanoic-5,5-d2 acid, 68603-84-9, 70248-25-8, CH3-(CH2)4-COOH, CAS-142-62-1, MFCD00004421, UN2829, Hexanoic, hexansäure, 2-Butylacetic acid, 6NA, EINECS 274-509-3, fatty acid 6:0, Caproic Acid,(S), 55320-68-8, ethyl 4-butanoic acid, Hexanoic acid, 99%, methyl 5-pentanoic acid, Pentane-1-carboxylic acid, Hexanoic acid, >=99%, n-C5H11COOH, Hexanoic acid Caproic acid, bmse000351, SCHEMBL3867, WLN: QV5, CH3(CH2)4COOH, CAPROIC ACID [HSDB], CAPROIC ACID [INCI], HEXANOIC ACID [FCC], HEXANOIC ACID [FHFI], N-CAPROIC ACID [MI], BDBM16433, Hexanoic acid, analytical standard, STR10048, EINECS 267-013-3, EINECS 271-676-4, Tox21_201517, Tox21_300406, FA 6:0, LMFA01010006, Hexanoic acid, >=98%, FCC, FG, AKOS000119844, FA(6:0), Caproic acid [UN2829] [Corrosive], Hexanoic acid, natural, >=98%, FCC, NCGC00248020-01, NCGC00248020-02, NCGC00254504-01, NCGC00259067-01, Hexanoic acid, purum, >=98.0% (GC), Hexanoic acid 10 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, FT-0659402, FT-0777869, H0105, Hexanoic acid, natural, >=98%, FCC, FG, EN300-21589, C01585, EC 271-676-4, CAPROIC ACID (CONSTITUENT OF SAW PALMETTO), Q422597, J-007673, 25401AB4-1ECB-481F-AC91-EAAFC9329BDD, CAPROIC ACID (CONSTITUENT OF SAW PALMETTO) [DSC], Z104503532, InChI=1/C6H12O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8/h2-5H2,1H3,(H,7,8, Caproic acid, n-Caproic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, n-Hexoic acid, n-Hexylic acid, Butylacetic acid, Capronic acid, Hexoic acid, Pentiformic acid, Pentylformic acid, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, CH3(CH2)4COOH, Pentane-1-carboxylic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid, Hexacid 698, Kyselina kapronova, Pentanecarboxylic acid, NSC 8266, Acid C6, Caproic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, 6:0, Butylacetic acid, C6:0, Capronic acid, CH3-[CH2]4-COOH, Hexanoate, Hexoic acid, Hexylic acid, N-Caproic acid, N-Hexanoic acid, N-Hexoic acid, N-Hexylic acid, Pentanecarboxylic acid, Pentiformic acid, Pentylformic acid, 1-Hexanoate, 1-Pentanecarboxylate, Butylacetate, Capronate, Hexanoic acid, Hexoate, Hexylate, N-Caproate, N-Hexanoate, N-Hexoate, N-Hexylate, Pentanecarboxylate, Pentiformate, Pentylformate, Caproate, Hexanoic acid, calcium salt, Hexanoic acid, sodium salt, 1-(11)C-labeled, Hexanoic acid, nickel (2+) salt, Hexanoic acid, sodium salt, Bismuth(III)hexanoate, Hexanoic acid, copper (2+) salt, Hexanoic acid, manganese (2+) salt, Bi(ohex)3, Hexanoic acid, barium salt, Hexanoic acid, potassium salt, Hexanoic acid, rhodium (2+) salt, FA(6:0), HMDB, Calcium N-hexanoate, Hexanoic acid, sodium salt (1:1), Sodium capronate, Calcium hexanoate, Caproic acid sodium salt, Sodium caproate, Sodium hexanoate, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, Butylacetic acid, Capronic acid, Hexacid 698, Hexanoic acid (natural), Hexoic acid, Pentanecarboxylic acid, Pentiformic acid, Pentylformic acid, n-Caproic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, n-Hexoic acid, n-Hexylic acid, UN2829, Hexanoic acid, Hexoic acid, Hexylic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid, 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid, C6:0 (Lipid numbers), butyl acetic acid, 2- butylacetic acid, caproic (hexanoic) acid natural, caproic acid, caproic acid (hexanoic), natural, caproic acid (natural), caproic acid deironized, caproic acid deironized natural, caproic acid natural, caproic acid synthetic, caproic acid synthetic FCC, capronic acid, hexanoic acid, 1- hexanoic acid, nat. hexanoic acid, hexanoic acid (caproic acid), N hexanoic acid (caproic) natural, hexanoic acid (natural), hexanoic acid 99%, (naturals), hexanoic acid natural, hexoic acid, 1- pentane carboxylic acid, 1- pentanecarboxylic acid, pentiformic acid, pentyl formic acid, Acid C6, Caproic acid, Hexanoic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, Hexanoic acid, Hexanoic Acid, Caproic Acid, Caproic acid, Hexanoic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, n-Caproic acid, Hexoic acid, Hexylic acid, Butylacetic acid, Pentylformic acid, Pentane-1-carboxylic acid, Pentanecarboxylic acid, Acid C6, Capronic acid, n-Hexylic acid, C6:0, CaproicAcid, Hexanoate

C6 Caproic Acid, also known as hexanoic acid, is the carboxylic acid derived from hexane with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)4COOH.
C6 Caproic Acid is a colorless oily liquid with a fatty, cheesy, waxy odor resembling that of goats or other barnyard animals.
C6 Caproic Acid is a fatty acid found naturally in various animal fats and oils, and is one of the chemicals that gives the decomposing fleshy seed coat of the ginkgo its characteristic unpleasant odor.

C6 Caproic Acid is also one of the components of vanilla and cheese.
Salts and esters of C6 Caproic Acid are known as caproates or hexanoates.
Two other acids are named after goats: caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10).

Along with C6 Caproic Acid, they account for 15% of the fat in goat's milk.
Caproic, caprylic, and capric acids (capric is a crystal- or wax-like substance, whereas the other two are mobile liquids) are used for the formation of esters, and also commonly used "neat" in: butter, milk, cream, strawberry, bread, beer, nut, and other flavors.

C6 Caproic Acid is a 6-Carbon saturated fatty acid.
C6 Caproic Acid occurs in a white crystalline solid form or a colorless to pale yellow liquid state, accompanied by a strong and unpleasant odor.

C6 Caproic Acid has limited solubility in water, although it is soluble in dimethyl ether, benzene and other organic solvents.
C6 Caproic Acid may be prepared by fractionation of the volatile fatty acids of coconut oil.
C6 Caproic Acid belongs to the family of medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) which can be used to synthesize Medium-chain triglycerides.

C6 Caproic Acid appears as a white crystalline solid or colorless to light yellow solution with an unpleasant odor.
C6 Caproic Acid is insoluble to slightly soluble in water and less dense than water.
C6 Caproic Acid is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a medium-chain fatty acid.

C6 Caproic Acid is a conjugate acid of a hexanoate.
C6 Caproic Acid is a metabolite found in or produced by Escherichia coli.
C6 Caproic Acid has been reported in Humulus lupulus, Truncocolumella citrina, and other organisms with data available.

C6 Caproic Acid is a saturated medium-chain fatty acid with a 6-carbon backbone.
C6 Caproic Acid is found naturally in various plant and animal fats and oils.
C6 Caproic Acid is a colorless oily liquid smelling of cheese.

C6 Caproic Acid is a fatty acid found naturally in various animal fats and oils.
C6 Caproic Acid is a medium chain triglyceride (MCT).

MCTs are widely used for parenteral nutrition in individuals requiring supplemental nutrition and are being more widely used in foods, drugs and cosmetics.
They are essentially non-toxic.

C6 Caproic Acid is safe for human dietary consumption up to levels of 1 g/kg.
C6 Caproic Acid is a metabolite found in or produced by Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
C6 Caproic Acid, C6, also known as Hexanoic Acid, is a straight chain saturated fatty acid with a 6-carbon atom backbone derived from 100% coconut oil.

C6 Caproic Acid, also known as Hexanoic Acid, is a unique six-carbon compound that fits perfectly across a range of applications – from the food and beverage industry to cosmetics, personal care, and industrial applications.
This short-chain fatty acid, with its distinct goat-like smell,  is appreciated for C6 Caproic Acid's versatile attributes that provide multifaceted benefits in different sectors.

C6 Caproic Acid (hexanoic acid) is a medium-chain carboxylic acid with broad industrial relevance, particularly in flavors, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and organic synthesis.
C6 Caproic Acid’s a liquid with a strong odor, has typical acid behavior, and must be handled with appropriate safety precautions due to its corrosive and irritant nature

C6 Caproic Acid, also known as C6:0, is a type of fat that belongs to a big family of nutrients called fatty acids.
C6 Caproic Acid is derived from natural sources like coconut oil and animal fats.
Just like how we have different types of foods in our meals, there are different types of fatty acids, each with its own special characteristics.

C6 Caproic Acid is one of them, and it plays a role in keeping things balanced inside our bodies.
C6 Caproic Acid is derived from renewable vegetable oils.
C6 Caproic Acid contains C6 (99-100%) fatty acid.

C6 Caproic Acid is readily biodegradable and is GMO-free.
C6 Caproic Acid is bovine spongiform encephalopathy/transmissible spongiform encephalopathy-free.
C6 Caproic Acid is a fragrance ingredient that is very characteristic.

C6 Caproic Acid is HALAL and KOSHER certified.
A colorless, oily liquid, C6 Caproic Acid (hexanoic acid; C6 fatty acid; C5H11COOH; CAS# 142-62-1) from Acme-Hardesty Co. has a cheesy, fatty, waxy odor and has applications in butter, milk, cream, strawberry, bread, beer, nut and other flavors.
C6 Caproic Acid acts as a perfuming agent.

USES and APPLICATIONS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
The primary use of C6 Caproic Acid is in the manufacture of its esters for use as artificial flavors, and in the manufacture of hexyl derivatives, such as hexylphenols.
Several progestin medications are caproate esters, such as hydroxyprogesterone caproate and gestonorone caproate.

C6 Caproic Acid's derivatives are also used in soaps, shampoos, conditioners and gels.
C6 Caproic Acid is also used as a component in varnish driers, as well as a lubricant.
C6 Caproic Acid's derivatives can also be incorporated to modify the elasticity, strength, and resilience of rubber products.

C6 Caproic Acid is used to make perfumes.
C6 Caproic Acid is a C6, straight-chain saturated fatty acid.
C6 Caproic Acid has a role as a human metabolite and a plant metabolite.

Raw Material Used of C6 Caproic Acid: refined bleached deodorized (RBD) coconut oil.
Process Used of C6 Caproic Acid: fat splitting – break down of fat and oil to produce glycerine and fatty acid.
Fractional distillation uses of C6 Caproic Acid– separation of fatty acid mixtures into individual components (one of which is C6 Caproic Acid) by heating.

Industrial & Commercial Uses: C6 Caproic Acid is used widely across industries due to its chemical functionality:
Flavor & fragrance industry: Manufacture of esters (caproates/hexanoates) used in artificial butter, milk, cream, bread, strawberry, nut flavors.

Chemical intermediate: C6 Caproic Acid is used for hexyl derivatives such as hexylphenols.
Pharmaceuticals: C6 Caproic Acid derivatives (caproate esters) in medications like hydroxyprogesterone caproate.
Soaps & detergents: C6 Caproic Acid is incorporated in surfactants and cleansing products.

Lubricants & plasticizers: C6 Caproic Acid is used in specialized formulations.
Rubber modification: Enhances elasticity, strength, and resilience.
Cosmetics & personal care: C6 Caproic Acid is used in certain shampoos, conditioners, gels.

Perfumes & flavorings: C6 Caproic Acid is use din formulated scents and tastes
In the food and beverage industry, C6 Caproic Acid is highly sought after for its characteristic flavor that adds a unique touch to food products.

C6 Caproic Acid works as a potent flavoring agent, creating a remarkable difference in the taste profile of various culinary creations.
The aromatic world of cosmetics and personal care products also benefit from C6 Caproic Acid.
C6 Caproic Acid is used in the manufacturing of perfumes due to its distinct scent, and in soap making, it serves as an essential ingredient, contributing to the production of hard, durable, and high-quality soaps.

C6 Caproic Acid finds robust industrial applications as well.
As a primary ingredient in synthetic lubricants, C6 Caproic Acid ensures the smooth running of machinery.
C6 Caproic Acid also acts as an effective plasticizer in the production of plastics and contributes significantly to the manufacturing process of rubber products.

In the chemical industry, C6 Caproic Acid is used for organic synthesis and serves as a key additive and agent in various chemical processes.
C6 Caproic Acid is produced under stringent quality control measures to provide you with a premium-grade product that meets your specific needs.

Whether you are looking for a flavor enhancer, a unique fragrance, an efficient lubricant, or an essential ingredient for your chemical synthesis, our C6 Caproic Acid offers a tailor-made solution for your requirements.
C6 Caproic Acid acts as a perfuming agent.

ALTERNATIVE PARENTS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
*Straight chain fatty acids 
*Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives 
*Carboxylic acids 
*Organic oxides 
*Hydrocarbon derivatives 
*Carbonyl compounds 

SUBSTITUENTS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
*Medium-chain fatty acid
*Straight chain fatty acid
*Monocarboxylic acid or derivatives
*Carboxylic acid
*Carboxylic acid derivative
*Organic oxygen compound
*Organic oxide
*Hydrocarbon derivative
*Organooxygen compound
*Carbonyl group
*Aliphatic acyclic compound

CHEMICAL NATURE of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Carboxylic acid (–COOH functional group)
Straight-chain saturated fatty acid (medium chain)
C6 Caproic Acid reacts as a weak acid in solutions

CLASS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Oleochemicals: Fatty Acids, Fatty Alcohol & more, Flavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds, Chemical Intermediates, Organic Intermediates and Compounds, Green Chemicals - Eco-Friendly

FUNCTION of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Chemical Intermediate, 
Fragrance, 
Flavor

INDUSTRY of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Food Chemicals, 
Flavor & Fragrance, 
Organics, 
Flavor, 
Fragrance

HEALTH BENEFITS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
C6 Caproic Acid, also known as C6:0, is a nutrient that can do wonders for your health.
C6 Caproic Acid plays an important role in supporting the digestive system by helping to break down food and absorb nutrients more efficiently.

This can lead to better digestion and overall gut health.
In our body, C6 Caproic Acid interacts with the intestines where it helps in the absorption of essential vitamins and minerals.
By improving nutrient absorption, C6 Caproic Acid supports various organs such as the liver and pancreas in functioning optimally.

Having enough C6 Caproic Acid in your diet may help address issues like indigestion or bloating due to its positive impact on gut health.
Additionally, C6 Caproic Acid can support healthy metabolism which is beneficial for weight management.

Overall, incorporating foods rich in C6 Caproic Acid into your diet could potentially improve conditions related to poor digestion while promoting overall wellness through better absorption of key nutrients within our bodies' systems.
C6 Caproic Acid has been shown to help with Obesity, Insulin resistance, Cardiovascular disease, Inflammation, Good for body parts, Brain, Heart, Liver, Kidneys, Muscles.

CHARACTERISTICS & BENEFITS of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Naturally occurring fatty acid found in animal fats and dairy (goat milk fats).
Contributes to characteristic aromas and flavors in some foods.
Biodegradable and relatively simple organic molecule.
C6 Caproic Acid is used to create useful esters with varied industrial applications.
Important intermediate in organic synthesis and chemical manufacturing

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
Chemical formula: C6H12O2
Molar mass: 116.160 g·mol−1
Appearance: Oily liquid
Odor: goat-like
Density: 0.929 g/cm3
Melting point: −3.4 °C (25.9 °F; 269.8 K)
Boiling point: 205.8 °C (402.4 °F; 478.9 K)
Solubility in water: 1.082 g/100 mL
Solubility: soluble in ethanol, ether
Acidity (pKa): 4.88

Magnetic susceptibility (χ): −78.55·10−6 cm3/mol
Refractive index (nD): 1.4170
Viscosity: 3.1 mP
Molecular Weight: 116.16 g/mol
XLogP3: 1.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 4
Exact Mass: 116.083729621 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 116.083729621 g/mol

Topological Polar Surface Area: 37.3Ų
Heavy Atom Count: 8
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 68.9
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes

CAS NUMBER: 142-62-1
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 116.2
BEILSTEIN REGISTRY NUMBER: 773837
EC NUMBER: 205-550-7
MDL NUMBER: MFCD00004421
Physical state: clear, liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Stench.
Melting point/freezing point:
Melting point/range: -3 °C

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 204 - 205 °C at 1.013 hPa
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: 
Upper explosion limit: 10 %(V)
Lower explosion limit: 2 %(V)
Flash point: 102 °C - closed cup
Autoignition temperature: 380 °C at 1.013 hPa
Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Viscosity 
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available

Water solubility. 10,3 g/l at 25 °C - completely soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:
log Pow: 1,75 at 25 °C - Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Vapor pressure: 1 hPa at 72 °C, 0,24 hPa at 20 °C
Density: 0,927 g/cm3 at 25 °C
Relative density: No data available
Relative vapor density: No data available
Particle characteristics: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: none

Other safety information:
Dissociation constant 4,88
Relative vapor density: 4,01 - (Air = 1.0)
Molecular weight: 116.16
Chemical formula: C6H12O2
Physical form/odour: colourless to very pale yellow, oily liquid/cheesy, sweat-like odour
Solubility: miscible with alcohol, most fixed oils, ether, 1 ml in 250 ml water
Solubility in ethanol: -
Boiling point (°C): 205°
Assay min %: 98.0%

Acid value max: -
Refractive index: 1.415-1.418
Specific gravity: 0.923-0.928
Other requirements: Solidification Pt: > -4.5°
Chemical Formula: C6H12O2
Average Molecular Weight: 116.1583
Monoisotopic Molecular Weight: 116.083729628
IUPAC Name: hexanoic acid
Traditional Name: hexanoic acid

CAS Registry Number: 142-62-1
SMILES: CCCCCC(O)=O
InChI Identifier: InChI=1S/C6H12O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8/h2-5H2,1H3,(H,7,8)
InChI Key: FUZZWVXGSFPDMH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Vapor Density: 4.01 (air = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 0.18 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Alternate Names: Hexanoic acid; Acid C₆
Auto Ignition: 380 °C (716 °F)
Base Catalog Number: 15055380
Beilstein Registry Number: 773837
Boiling Point: 202-203 °C(lit.)

CAS #: 142-62-1
Density: 0.927 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
EC Number: 205-550-7
Flash Point: 215.6 °F / 102 °C (lit.)
Hazard Statements: H302-H311 + H331-H314
Melting Point: −4 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Molecular Weight: 116.2
CAS No.: 142-62-1

Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Formula Weight: 116.16
Flash Point: 104°(219°F)
Physical Form: Clear liquid
Density: 0.929
Refractive Index: 1.4165
Appearance: Pale yellow
Melting Point: -4°
Boiling Point: 202-203°
Beilstein Reference: 773837

Merck Reference: 14,1759
UN No.: 2829
MDL No.: MFCD00004421
Formula: C₆H₁₂O₂
MW: 116.16 g/mol
Boiling Pt: 202…203 °C
Melting Pt: –4 °C
Density: 0.929
Flash Pt: 104 °C (219 °F)

Storage Temperature: Ambient
MDL Number: MFCD00004421
CAS Number: 142-62-1
EINECS: 205-550-7
UN: 2829
ADR: 8,III
Merck Index: 13,01765
Chemical formula: C6H12O2
Molar mass: 116.160 g·mol−1
Appearance: Oily liquid
Odor: goat-like

Density: 0.929 g/cm3
Melting point: −3.4 °C (25.9 °F; 269.8 K)
Boiling point: 205.8 °C (402.4 °F; 478.9 K)
Solubility in water: 1.082 g/100 mL
Solubility: soluble in ethanol, ether
Acidity (pKa): 4.88
Magnetic susceptibility (χ): −78.55·10−6 cm3/mol
Refractive index (nD): 1.4170
Viscosity: 3.1 mP
Other(deleted CASRN): 53896-26-7

ECHA EINECS - REACH Pre-Reg: 205-550-7
FDA UNII: 1F8SN134MX
Nikkaji Web: J2.546A
Beilstein Number: 0773837
MDL: MFCD00004421
CoE Number: 9
XlogP3: 1.90 (est)
Molecular Weight: 116.16004000
Formula: C6 H12 O2
Appearance: colorless to pale yellow clear oily liquid (est)

Assay: 98.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: Yes
Specific Gravity: 0.92300 to 0.92700 @ 25.00 °C
Pounds per Gallon - (est): 7.680 to 7.714
Refractive Index: 1.41500 to 1.41800 @ 20.00 °C
Melting Point: -4.00 to -3.00 °C @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 202.00 to 203.00 °C @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 130.00 to 131.00 °C @ 50.00 mm Hg
Congealing Point: -3.24 °C

Vapor Pressure: 0.158000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C (est)
Vapor Density: 4.0 (Air = 1)
Flash Point: 220.00 °F TCC (104.44 °C)
logP (o/w): 1.920
Shelf Life: 36.00 month(s) or longer if stored properly
Storage: store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light
Soluble in: alcohol
Soluble in: fixed oils
Soluble in: water, 1.03E+04 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp)
Insoluble in: water

Physical state: clear, liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Stench
Melting point/freezing point:
Melting point/range: -3 °C
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 204 - 205 °C at 1.013 hPa
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper explosion limit: 10 %(V)
Lower explosion limit: 2 %(V)

Flash point: 102 °C - closed cup
Autoignition temperature: 380 °C at 1.013 hPa
Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available
Water solubility: 10,3 g/l at 25 °C - completely soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
log Pow: 1,75 at 25 °C - Bioaccumulation is not expected

Vapor pressure: 1 hPa at 72 °C
Vapor pressure: 0,24 hPa at 20 °C
Density: 0,927 g/cm3
Relative density: No data available
Relative vapor density: No data available
Particle characteristics: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: none

Other safety information:
Dissociation constant: 4,88
Relative vapor density: 4,01 - (Air = 1.0)
Product: Caproic Acid
CAS: 142-62-1
Formula: C6H12O2
Density: 0.9295 (2020 c)
Slightly Soluble: in water
Very Soluble: in ether, fixed oils

Color (APHA): 100 max.
Caproic C6: 99.0%
Titer: 1 -3 °C
Acid Value: 473 -484 mgKOH/g
Saponification Value: 475 - 486
Moisture: 0.2% max.
Color Lovibond 5 1/4: 3.0Y / 0.8R max.
Caprylic C8: 1.0%
Iodine Value: 0.5 max.
Unsaponifiable Matter: 0.1% max.

Odor: odor of limburger cheese
Refractive Index: 1.415-1.418
Molecular weight: 116.18
Color: colorless oily liquid
Flash Point: (coc) 215 f
Boiling Point: 205 c
Melting point: −3 to −4 °C
Boiling point: ~205 °C
Density: ~0.927–0.94 g/cm³
Solubility in water: Slight (approx. 1 g/100 mL)

Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ether and many organic solvents
Refractive index: ~1.417
pKa: ~4.85–4.88 (weak acid)
Odor threshold: Very low (detectable at small concentrations)
Viscosity: Low to moderate
SMILES: CCCCC(=O)O
InChI Key: FUZZWVXGSFPDMH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
PubChem CID: 8892
ChemSpider ID: 8552
UNII: 1F8SN134MX
ChEBI: 30776
KEGG: C01585
Beilstein: 773837

FIRST AID MEASURES of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*General advice:
First aiders need to protect themselves. 
*If inhaled:
After inhalation: 
Fresh air. 
Call in physician.
*In case of skin contact: 
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. 
Rinse skin with water/ shower. 
Call a physician immediately.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact: 
Rinse out with plenty of water. 
Immediately call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing: make victim drink water.
Call a physician immediately. 
Do not attempt to neutralise.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills. 
Observe possible material restrictions
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly. 
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Water 
Foam 
Carbon dioxide (CO2) 
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection
Tightly fitting safety goggles
*Skin protection:
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,4 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 30 min
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter type ABEK
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed. 
Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of C6 CAPROIC ACID:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
-Incompatible materials:
No data available