CAPRIC ACID 99% [C8]

Appearance

Water-white liquid with a fatty acid odor

Function

Capric acid is used in the manufacture of perfumes, lubricants, greases, rubber, dyes, plastics, artifical flavorings in food, and pharmaceuticals. Capric acid is also used as an intermediate in chemical syntheses. The natural antimicrobial properties of capric acid make is useful as a sanitizer for food contact surfaces and equipment.

Synonyms

Capric Acid 99% [C8]; Unifat-10; C-10 Acid; Neo-fat 10; Decanoic Acid; n-Capric Acid; n-Decoic acid

Storage

Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture and light / heat.

Packages

250 ml. Glass Bottle
25 lb. HDPE OH Pail
38 lb. Blue TH Pail
180 kg. Steel Drum
400 lb. Steel B Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Cosmetics
pharmaceuticals
food &bev.
industrial

Product Classes

Fatty acids
acidulants
preservatives/antimicrobials

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 110 øC
Melting Point: 31.6 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 498.00 g/mol