Description

Octanoin, Mono- is a specialized monoester of octanoic acid, a key chemical intermediate prized for its defined structure and reactivity. This compound is essential for formulators and researchers requiring a specific building block for synthesizing more complex esters, surfactants, and specialty polymers. It serves critical roles in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical manufacturing industries, where precise molecular control is paramount for product performance and regulatory compliance.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where lipophilicity needs to be modulated.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and other topical formulations.
• Polymer & Plasticizer Production: Serves as a monomer or modifying agent in the creation of specialty polymers and plasticizers to enhance flexibility and processing.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: A key raw material for producing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in industrial and household cleaners.
• Food & Flavor Industry: Employed as a precursor for food-grade esters that function as flavoring agents or aroma compounds.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Used in the formulation of synthetic lubricants and greases to improve stability and performance characteristics.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in chemical R&D for studying esterification kinetics and surface-active properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoin, Mono-
CAS No.	26894-47-3
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3 (Typical for mono-octanoin)
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol (Typical)
Synonyms	Monooctanoin; Glyceryl Monooctanoate; 1-Monooctanoin; Octanoic Acid Monoester with Glycerol; Glycerol 1-Octanoate; Caprylic Acid Monoglyceride; Monocaprylin; 1-Glyceryl Octanoate
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Quality Control

Our Octanoin, Mono- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every 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, related substances, and physical parameters is provided with each shipment. We support compliance with ISO, GMP, and REACH standards as required by our global B2B partners.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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