Description

Decanoic Acid is a saturated medium-chain fatty acid, also known as capric acid, with the CAS registry number 334-48-5. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient valued for its stability and specific carbon chain length. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, and chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a flavoring agent and as a precursor for the synthesis of esters that provide fruity notes in perfumes and food products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and various esters with antimicrobial properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed in the production of emollients, surfactants, and as a component in soaps and creams for its conditioning properties.
• Lubricants & Greases: Serves as a raw material for manufacturing synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Plasticizers & Polymers: Utilized in the production of plasticizers, polyesters, and other specialty polymers to modify flexibility and other physical characteristics.
• Agrochemicals: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decanoic Acid
CAS No.	334-48-5
Molecular Formula	C10H20O2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Capric Acid; n-Decanoic Acid; Decylic Acid; Caprinic Acid; n-Capric Acid; Decanoic Acid (C10:0); Fatty Acid C10; 1-Nonanecarboxylic Acid; Hexacid 1095; Emery 659
EINECS	206-376-4

Quality Control

Our Decanoic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the required specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	30 - 32 °C
Acid Value	323 - 329 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

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