Capric acid, 500 g

This product is Capric Acid, available in a 500 gram quantity. It belongs to the category of Aliphatic Carboxylic Acids and can be found within the broader group of Organic & Bioorganic Chemicals, specifically as a building block for synthesis. Its CAS Number is 334-48-5. Decanoic acid, its preferred name, has a Molecular Weight of 172.27 grams per mole. It is recommended to use safety goggles and gloves when handling this substance due to potential skin irritation. The Melting Point of decanoic acid is 88.7 degrees Fahrenheit, and it floats on water due to being less dense.

• CAS Number: 334-48-5
• Molecular Formula: C10H20O2
• Molecular Weight: 172.26
• Exact Mass: 172.146329876
• Boiling Point: 514 to 518 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 88.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Density: 0.893 (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]