Decanoic acid
Synonyms: RARECHEM AL BO 0435;N-CAPRIC ACID;N-DECANOIC ACID;AKOS 222-44;1-NONANECARBOXYLIC ACID;CARBOXYLIC ACID C10;CAPRINIC ACID;CAPRIC ACID
CAS: 334-48-5
MF: C10H20O2
MW: 172.26
EINECS: 206-376-4
Melting point 27-32 °C(lit.)
Boiling point 268-270 °C(lit.)
density 0.893 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure 15 mm Hg ( 160 °C)
FEMA 2364
refractive index 1.4169
Fp >230 °F
Water Solubility 0.15 g/L (20 o C)
Merck 14,1758
Chemical Properties white crystals with an unpleasant odour
Usage Intermediates of Liquid Crystals
Usage Decanoic acid is used in manufacturing of esters for artificial fruit flavors and perfumes.
General Description White crystalline solid with a rancid odor. Melting point 31.5°C. Soluble in most organic solvents and in dilute nitric acid; non-toxic. Used to make esters for perfumes and fruit flavors and as an intermediate for food-grade additives.
Air & Water Reactions Insoluble in water.