Product Specification

Product: Caprylic Acid, Natural (Organic Compliant)
    Synonyms: Octanoic Acid
    Product Number: 0279900NAT
    FEMA Number: 2799
    CAS Number: 124-07-2

 Organeoleptic and Physical Properties
   Appearance: OILY, COLORLESS TO PALE YELLOW LIQUID
    Sensory Properties: MUSTY, RANCID, PENETRATING
    Molecular Formula: C8 H16 O2
    Molecular Weight: 144.22
    Purity (by G.C.): >99.0%
    Specific Gravity @ 25 C: 0.9000-0.9200
    Refractive Index @ 20 C: 1.4235-1.4314
    Optical Rotation: N/A
    Acid Value: 388.05
    Melting Point (C): 16.0-16.5
    Boiling Point (C): 237
    Flash Point (C) (Closed Cup): 110
   Percent Alcohol (v/v): N/A

Suggested Storage Conditions
  Store at 40-70 F in tightly sealed original containers. Avoid prolonged exposure to light, heat and air.
Shelf Life: 12 months after the last date of QC approval, or date of shipment, under recommended storage conditions or as otherwise noted.

Additional Data

  NONE