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Organic Acids

Caproic Acid

RA000948 CAS 142-62-1 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA000948
CAS number
142-62-1
Grade
For Synthesis
Purity
98%
Molecular formula
C6H12O2
Molecular weight
116.6

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Liquid —
Vapour pressure [20°C] 0.24 hPa hPa
Vapour density 4.01 —
Density [g/cm3] 0.927 g/cm3 g/cm3
Explosion limits - upper [%] 10 % %
Explosion limits -lower [%] 2 % %
Colour Colorless to pale yellow —
Odour Stench —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] -4 °C °C
Auto-ignition temperature [°C] 380 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 102 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 202 - 203 °C °C
Initial boiling point [°C] 202 °C °C
Final boiling point [°C] 203 °C °C

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance Colourless to pale yellow liquid —
Assay Min 98 % %
Density (d20°C/4°C) 0.926 - 0.928 —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
500 mL RA000948-PK-500ML
2.5 L RA000948-PK-2.5L