Description

n-Caproic Acid Sodium Salt is the sodium salt derivative of caproic acid, a six-carbon fatty acid. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its surfactant properties and role in organic synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food additive, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Food Industry: Functions as a preservative and flavoring agent precursor (e.g., for cheese and dairy flavor profiles).
• Surfactant & Detergent Production: Acts as a raw material for manufacturing anionic surfactants and soaps.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for esters, amides, and other caproate derivatives.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in biochemical and analytical laboratories.
• Industrial Applications: Used in lubricant formulations and as a corrosion inhibitor in specific systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Caproic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	10051-44-2
Molecular Formula	C6H11NaO2
Molecular Weight	138.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Caproate; Sodium Hexanoate; Hexanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium n-Hexanoate; Caproic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Caproic Acid; Sodium n-Caproate
EINECS	233-163-3

Quality Control

Our n-Caproic Acid Sodium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
pH (5% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.