Description

Enanthic Acid Sodium Salt is the sodium salt form of heptanoic acid, a versatile C7 fatty acid derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in organic synthesis and as a functional additive in various industrial processes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring a consistent and high-purity source of the heptanoate anion.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators as a stabilizing agent or synthesis component.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a nucleophile or catalyst in various organic reactions, including esterification and alkylation processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Employed in specialty lubricants and metalworking fluids to provide protective properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as an emulsifier or surfactant in select cosmetic formulations.
• Food Additive (Potassium Salt more common): While the potassium salt is more typical, it can be investigated for use as a preservative or flavoring agent in specific food-grade applications.
• Research & Development: Utilized in chemical research for method development and as a standard in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Enanthic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	10051-45-3
Molecular Formula	C7H13NaO2
Molecular Weight	152.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Heptanoate; Sodium Enanthate; Heptanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Salt of Heptanoic Acid; Sodium Oenanthate; Enanthate Sodium; n-Heptanoic Acid Sodium Salt
EINECS	233-171-3

Quality Control

Our Enanthic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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); the container must be 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)	≤ 20 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.