Decanoic acid
[CAS# 334-48-5]

Identification

• Classification: Chemical reagent >> Organic reagent >> Fatty acid
• Name: Decanoic acid
• Synonyms: Capric acid
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O₂
• Molecular Weight: 172.26
• CAS Registry Number: 334-48-5
• EC Number: 206-376-4
• FEMA: 2364

Properties

• Density: 0.89
• Melting point: 30-32 ºC
• Boiling point: 268-270 ºC
• Water solubility: 0.15 g/L (20 º C)

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: GHS07 Warning
• Hazard Statements: H315-H319-H412
• Safety Description: S26;S37/39

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Chronic hazardous to the aquatic environment	Aquatic Chronic	3	H412
Serious eye damage	Eye Dam.	1	H318
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2A	H319