Decanoic acid (C10H20O2)

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Target: Decanoic acid
CAS: 334-48-5
Formula: C10H20O2
Approx. MW: 172.27
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID: 2969
Approx. carbons: C10

Decanoic acid structure

Properties

IUPAC name: decanoic acid
Common names: Decanoic acid; CAPRIC ACID; 334-48-5; n-Capric acid; n-Decanoic acid; Decoic acid; Decylic acid; n-Decylic acid; 1-Nonanecarboxylic acid; Caprinic acid
Molecular weight: 172.26
Exact mass: 172.15
InChIKey: GHVNFZFCNZKVNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting point: 88.7 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling point: 514 to 518 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Density: 0.893 (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float

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FAQ

What is the chemical formula of Decanoic acid?

Decanoic acid has molecular formula C10H20O2. Molecular weight about 172.27 g·mol⁻¹.

What is the CAS number of Decanoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number for Decanoic acid is 334-48-5.

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References & tools

ChemicalHelper Reaction — AI retrosynthesis with optional library evidence.
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