CAPROIC ACID

Caproic Acid, is the carboxylic acid derived from hexane with the general formula C5H11COOH. 
Caproic Acid is a colorless oily liquid with an odor that is fatty, cheesy, waxy, and like that of goats or other barnyard animals. 
Caproic Acid is a fatty acid found naturally in various animal fats and oils, and is one of the chemicals that give the decomposing fleshy seed coat of the ginkgo its characteristic unpleasant odor.

CAS Number: 142-62-1
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Molecular Weight: 116.16
EINECS Number: 205-550-7

Caproic Acid exhibits an acrid taste. 
Caproic Acid may be prepared by fractionation of the volatile fatty acids of coconut oil.
Caproic Acid is a C6, straight-chain saturated fatty acid.

The primary use of Caproic Acid is in the manufacture of its esters for artificial flavors, and in the manufacture of hexyl derivatives, such as hexylphenols. 
Caproic Acid belongs to medium chain triglycerides (MCT) that are widely used as a nutrition supplement that added to foods, drugs and cosmetics.
Caproic Acid is a colourless liquid that has a sickening, sweaty, rancid, sour, sharp, pungent, cheesy, fatty, unpleasant odor reminiscent of copra oil.  

Caproic Acid has a role as a human metabolite and a plant metabolite. 
Caproic Acid is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a medium-chain fatty acid. 
Caproic Acid is a conjugate acid of a hexanoate.

Caproic acid, also known as hexanoic acid, is a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula C6H12O2. 
Caproic Acid is a carboxylic acid, and its structure consists of a six-carbon chain with a carboxyl group (COOH) at one end. 
Caproic Acidis classified as a medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA) due to its relatively short carbon chain length. 

Caproic Acid is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a rancid, unpleasant odor.
Caproic Acid occurs naturally in small amounts in some animal fats and plant oils. 
Caproic Acid is typically found in the milk and dairy products of ruminant animals, such as cows and goats. 

When these animals digest cellulose, certain bacteria in their digestive systems produce caproic acid, which can then be present in their milk.
Caproic Acid is produced by fractionation of the volatile fatty acids of coconut oil.
Caproic Acid is oily, colorless or slightly yellow, and liquid at room temperature. 

Soluble in alcohol and ether; slightly soluble in water. 
Caproic Acid is derived from the crude fermentation of butyric acid; or by fractional distillation of natural fatty acids.
Caproic acid, also known as hexanoic acid, is the carboxylic acid derived from hexane with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)4COOH. 

Caproic Acid is a colorless oily liquid with an odor that is fatty, cheesy, waxy, and like that of goats or other barnyard animals. 
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.

Caproic Acid is also one of the components of vanilla and cheese. 
The primary use of caproic acid is in the manufacture of its esters for use as artificial flavors, and in the manufacture of hexyl derivatives, such as hexylphenols.
Salts and esters of caproic acid are known as caproates or hexanoates. 

Several progestin medications are Caproic Acid esters, such as hydroxyprogesterone caproate and gestonorone caproate.
Two other acids are named after goats: caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). 
Along with 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 not only used for the formation of esters, but also commonly used "neat" in: butter, milk, cream, strawberry, bread, beer, nut, and other flavors.
Caproic Acid is found in many foods, some of which are tapioca pearl, meat bouillon, pecan nut, and oval-leaf huckleberry. 

A secondary product of butyric fermentation; reported found in the essential oils of lavender, camphor, palmarosa, lemongrass and Juniperus phoenicea; in a few fruital aromas: apple, currant and strawberry; also identified among the constituents of petitgrain lime oil.
Caproic Acid is an oily carboxylic acid found (as glycerides) in cow’s milk and some vegetable oils. 
Caproic Acid is a white crystalline solid or colorless to light yellow solution with an unpleasant odor. 

Insoluble to slightly soluble in water and less dense than water. 
Contact may severely irritate skin, eyes and mucous membranes. 
May be toxic by ingestion, inhalation and skin absorption. 

Caproic Acid or Hexanoic Acid as it is sometimes known is naturally occurring oily liquid that is primarily found in animal fats and oils that is predominantly used in the production of high quality pharmaceutical products. 
In short, Caproic Acid is a sister product to the legendary N-Butyric Acid but although it undoubtedly boasts and equally distinctive aroma - and is certainly comparable carp catching capabilities - it is not quite as evil on the nose.

Caproic acid, also known as hexanoic acid, is the carboxylic acid derived from hexane with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)4COOH. 
Caproic Acid is a colorless oily liquid with an odor that is fatty, cheesy, waxy, and like that of goats or other barnyard animals. 
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. 

Caproic Acid is also one of the components of vanilla and cheese. 
The primary use of caproic acid is in the manufacture of its esters for use as artificial flavors, and in the manufacture of hexyl derivatives, such as hexylphenols. 
Salts and esters of caproic acid are known as caproates or hexanoates. 

Several progestin medications are caproate esters, such as hydroxyprogesterone caproate and gestonorone caproate. 
Two other acids are named after goats: caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). 
Along with 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 not only used for the formation of esters, but also commonly used "neat" in: butter, milk, cream, strawberry, bread, beer, nut, and other flavors.
Caproic acid, also known as hexanoic acid or C6:0, is a medium-chain fatty acid. 

Medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA) are fatty acids with aliphatic tails of 6 to 12 carbons, which can form medium-chain triglycerides. 
Caproic acid is a colourless oily liquid that smells like cheese with an overlying waxy or barnyard odor like that of goats or other barnyard animals. 
Caproic Acids name comes from the Latin word capra, meaning "goat". 

Two other fatty acids are named after goats: caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). 
Along with caproic acid, they account for 15% of the fat in goat's milk. 
Caproic acid is a fatty acid found naturally in various animal fats and oils. 

While generally more abundant in animals, caproic acid is found in all organisms ranging from bacteria to plants to animals. 
Caproic acid is one of the chemicals that gives the decomposing fleshy seed coat of the ginkgo fruit its characteristic unpleasant odor. 
Caproic Acid is also one of the components of vanilla and cheese. 

Industrially, the primary use of Caproic Acid is in the manufacture of its esters for use as artificial flavors and in the manufacture of hexyl derivatives, such as hexylphenols. 
Caproic acid has been associated with medium chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency, which is an inborn error of metabolism. 
As a relatively volatile organic compound, caproic acid has been identified as a fecal biomarker of Clostridium difficile infection .

Caproic acid contributes to the characteristic flavor of some dairy products, particularly in goat milk and certain cheeses.
Caproic acid is a relatively short-chain fatty acid, and it is one of the volatile fatty acids produced during the microbial fermentation of dietary fibers in the colon.
Caproic Acid has limited industrial uses, such as in the production of esters used in perfumery and as a component in the manufacture of synthetic lubricants.

Due to its rancid odor and taste, caproic acid is not commonly used as a food additive. 
In fact, its strong odor can be considered undesirable in food products.
Caproic acid, like other fatty acids, plays a role in various physiological processes in the body. 

However, it is generally not consumed in isolation but as part of dietary fats and oils.
Some research suggests that caproic acid may have potential health benefits, including antimicrobial properties and being a source of energy for certain cells. 
Caproic Acid is also a precursor for the synthesis of other compounds in the body.

Melting point: -4 °C (lit.)
Boiling point: 202-203 °C (lit.)
Density: 0.927 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor density: 4 (vs air)
vapor pressure: 0.18 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
refractive index: n20/D 1.4161(lit.)
FEMA    2559 | HEXANOIC ACID
Flash point: 220 °F
storage temp.: Store below +30°C.
solubility: water: slightly soluble1.082g/100g(lit.)
pka: 4.85(at 25℃)
form: Liquid
Specific Gravity: 0.929 (20/4℃)
color: Clear colorless to light yellow
PH: 3.95(1 mM solution);3.43(10 mM solution);2.93(100 mM solution);
Odor: at 10.00 % in propylene glycol. sour fatty sweat cheese
Odor Type: fatty
Odor Threshold: 0.0006ppm
Water Solubility: 1.1 g/100 mL (20 ºC)
Merck: 14,1759
JECFA Number: 93
BRN: 773837
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with bases, reducing agents and oxidizing agents. Flammable.
InChIKey: FUZZWVXGSFPDMH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP: 1.92 at 25℃

Caproic Acid is a carboxylic acid. 
Caproic Acids donate hydrogen ions if a base is present to accept them. 
They react in this way with all bases, both organic (for example, the amines) and inorganic. 

Their reactions with bases, called "neutralizations", are accompanied by the evolution of substantial amounts of heat. 
Neutralization between an acid and a base produces water plus a salt. 
Caproic Acids with six or fewer carbon atoms are freely or moderately soluble in water; those with more than six carbons are slightly soluble in water. 

Soluble Caproic Acid dissociate to an extent in water to yield hydrogen ions. 
The pH of solutions of Caproic Acids is therefore less than 7.0. 
Many insoluble carboxylic acids react rapidly with aqueous solutions containing a chemical base and dissolve as the neutralization generates a soluble salt. 

Caproic Acids in aqueous solution and liquid or molten carboxylic acids can react with active metals to form gaseous hydrogen and a metal salt. 
Such reactions occur in principle for solid carboxylic acids as well, but are slow if the solid acid remains dry. 
Even "insoluble" carboxylic acids may absorb enough water from the air and dissolve sufficiently in Caproic Acid to corrode or dissolve iron, steel, and aluminum parts and containers.

Caproic Acids, like other acids, react with cyanide salts to generate gaseous hydrogen cyanide. 
The reaction is slower for dry, solid Caproic Acids. 
Insoluble Caproic Acids react with solutions of cyanides to cause the release of gaseous hydrogen cyanide. 

Flammable and/or toxic gases and heat are generated by the reaction of Caproic Acids with diazo compounds, dithiocarbamates, isocyanates, mercaptans, nitrides, and sulfides. 
Caproic Acids, especially in aqueous solution, also react with sulfites, nitrites, thiosulfates (to give H2S and SO3), dithionites (SO2), to generate flammable and/or toxic gases and heat. 
Their reaction with carbonates and bicarbonates generates a harmless gas (carbon dioxide) but still heat. 

Like other organic compounds, Caproic Acids can be oxidized by strong oxidizing agents and reduced by strong reducing agents. 
These reactions generate heat. 
Caproic Acid a wide variety of products is possible. 

Like other acids, Caproic Acids may initiate polymerization reactions; like other acids, they often catalyze (increase the rate of) chemical reactions. 
Caproic Acid reacts with bases, oxidizing agents and reducing agents.
While Caproic Acid is not a major component of dietary fats, it is a part of the mix of fatty acids found in various foods. 

Caproic Acid is typically found in small amounts in dairy products, especially goat milk and goat cheese, which can have a stronger and somewhat rancid flavor due to its presence.
Caproic Acid is responsible for the characteristic odor and flavor of certain dairy products. 
Caproic Acid contributes to the unique taste of goat cheese and can be associated with a "barnyard" or "goaty" aroma.

Caproic Acid is produced during the microbial fermentation of certain substrates, including dietary fibers and carbohydrates, by bacteria in the colon. 
The resulting volatile fatty acids, including caproic acid, can affect the odor of feces.
Caproic Acid is used in the chemical industry as a precursor for the production of various esters used in perfumery.

Caproic Acid is used in the production of synthetic lubricants, particularly in the formulation of specialty greases.
In some pharmaceutical applications, caproic acid and its derivatives can be used as excipients and solvents.
Researchers are exploring microbial production methods to produce caproic acid as a sustainable and bio-based alternative to traditional chemical synthesis.

There is some ongoing research into the potential health benefits of specific medium-chain fatty acids, including caproic acid. 
These benefits may include their role as a readily available source of energy for certain cells, antimicrobial properties, and potential therapeutic applications.
Caproic Acid can be metabolized for energy production. 

Caproic Acid is one of the fatty acids that can be broken down through beta-oxidation, a process that generates ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the body's primary energy currency.
Caproic Acid, along with other medium-chain fatty acids, has been studied for its antimicrobial properties. 
These properties are partly due to its ability to disrupt the lipid membranes of certain microorganisms, potentially making it useful in some topical antimicrobial applications.

Caproic Acid is sometimes included in medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oils or supplements. 
MCTs, including caproic acid, are metabolized differently from long-chain fatty acids and can provide a rapid source of energy. 
They are sometimes used by athletes and individuals following low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diets.

While caproic acid is not commonly found in significant amounts in most dietary fats and oils, it is naturally present in small amounts in some dairy products, such as goat cheese. 
Caproic Acid can also be found in trace amounts in other foods.

Caproic Acid contributes to the pungent aroma and flavor of certain types of cheese, particularly those made from goat's milk. 
These cheeses are known for their distinctive taste.
In the body, caproic acid, along with other fatty acids, serves as a building block for the synthesis of various compounds, including cell membranes and signaling molecules.

Caproic acid, when consumed in the small quantities found naturally in foods, is generally considered safe. 
However, as with all dietary components, Caproic Acid should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Ongoing research continues to explore the potential health benefits of medium-chain fatty acids, including caproic acid, in various applications, including dietary supplements and medical therapies.

Uses Of Caproic Acid:
Caproic Acid is used to prepare esters by reacting with alcohols, which finds application in artificial flavors. 
Caproic Acid is also involved in the production of hexylphenols, hexanoates and caproates. 
Further, Caproic Acid is used as non-viral gene carrier as well as to protect tomato plants from Botrytis cinerea.

Caproic Acid is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, adhesives and sealants, polishes and waxes, plant protection products, lubricants and greases and pH regulators and water treatment products.
Caproic Acid is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fishing, formulation of mixtures and/or re-packaging and municipal supply (e.g. electricity, steam, gas, water) and sewage treatment.

Caproic Acid is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, food products, textile, leather or fur and machinery and vehicles.
Other release to the environment of Caproic Acid is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.
Caproic Acid is used in the following products: polymers, pH regulators and water treatment products, leather treatment products, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, finger paints and inks and toners.

Release to the environment of Caproic Acid can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures and formulation in materials.
Caproic Acid is used in the following products: polymers, textile treatment products and dyes, pH regulators and water treatment products, leather treatment products, washing & cleaning products, adhesives and sealants and lubricants and greases.
Caproic Acid is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fishing, formulation of mixtures and/or re-packaging and municipal supply (e.g. electricity, steam, gas, water) and sewage treatment.

Caproic Acid is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, textile, leather or fur, machinery and vehicles and food products.
Release to the environment of Caproic Acid can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, in the production of articles, as processing aid and as processing aid.
Caproic acid is used as a flavoring agent in the food industry. 

Caproic Acid imparts a characteristic rancid, fatty, and somewhat nutty flavor. 
Caproic Acid is often found in very small quantities in some dairy products, particularly goat cheese, where it contributes to their unique flavor.
Caproic Acid and its esters are used in perfumery and fragrance production. 

Esters derived from caproic acid can provide fruity and floral scents to perfumes and personal care products.
Caproic acid is employed in the formulation of synthetic lubricants, particularly specialty greases.
Caproic Acid helps improve the lubricant's performance and viscosity characteristics.

Caproic Acid is used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals, herbicides, and flavors. 
Caproic acid can be a starting material for producing a range of chemical products.
In some cases, Caproic Acid is used in the production of environmentally friendly biodegradable lubricants, particularly in applications where biodegradability is important.

There is growing interest in using microbial fermentation to produce caproic acid as a sustainable and bio-based alternative to traditional chemical synthesis methods.
Caproic acid, along with other medium-chain fatty acids, has been studied for its antimicrobial properties. 
Caproic Acid can disrupt the lipid membranes of certain microorganisms, making it potentially useful in topical antimicrobial applications.

In the form of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), caproic acid is sometimes included in dietary supplements and health products. 
MCTs are metabolized differently from long-chain fatty acids and are used for their potential energy-boosting and health benefits.
Caproic acid is sometimes used in medical research as a model compound for studying lipid metabolism and lipid-mediated cellular processes.

Caproic acid is considered one of the medium-chain fatty acids, and it is sometimes included in MCT oil or MCT supplements. 
MCTs are popular among athletes and individuals following low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diets as they are more rapidly absorbed and metabolized for energy compared to long-chain fatty acids.
Caproic acid can be produced through microbial fermentation, offering a more sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to chemical synthesis methods. 

Some microorganisms have been engineered to produce caproic acid in a controlled manner.
Ongoing research is exploring the potential health benefits of medium-chain fatty acids, including caproic acid, in various applications, including dietary supplements and medical therapies. 
These benefits are related to their unique metabolism and potential roles in energy production and weight management.

Caproic acid's use in specialty greases extends to applications in which biodegradability is a key consideration, such as in environmentally sensitive areas or industries.
In the food industry, caproic acid can be used as a flavor enhancer in certain products where its unique rancid and nutty flavor profile complements the overall taste. 
However, its use is generally limited to small quantities due to its strong and distinct taste.

Caproic acid is one of the fatty acids produced during the microbial fermentation of dietary fibers in the colon. 
Understanding its production in the gut can have implications for research in biotechnology and gut microbiome studies.
Some research suggests that medium-chain fatty acids, including caproic acid, may have potential health applications in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for drug delivery and formulations.

Health Hazard Of Caproic Acid:
Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. 
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. 
Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx and bronchia, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. 

Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting.
Caproic acid can be an irritant to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. 
Contact with concentrated solutions of caproic acid can lead to skin irritation and possible chemical burns. 

Caproic acid is advisable to wear appropriate protective equipment, such as gloves and safety goggles, when handling concentrated forms of caproic acid.
Inhalation of caproic acid vapors may irritate the respiratory tract and can cause symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing. 
Adequate ventilation and respiratory protection should be used in situations where caproic acid vapor may be released.

Caproic acid in significant quantities can be harmful and can cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. 
Caproic acid is not intended for consumption in its concentrated form.

Synonyms Of Caproic acid:
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
Kyselina kapronova [Czech]
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