Molecular Formula | C6H12O3 |
Molar Mass | 132.16 |
Density | 0.981 |
Melting Point | 38-40 °C |
Boling Point | 113-116 °C |
Flash Point | >110°C |
Water Solubility | Soluble in water. |
Appearance | Form Low Melting Crystalline Solid, color White |
pKa | 4.75±0.10(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Store in freezer, under -20°C |
Refractive Index | 1.44 |
MDL | MFCD00046560 |
Use | Uses 6-hydroxycaproic acid is a carboxylic acid derivative, which can undergo a cyclization reaction to form caprolactone. Polycaprolactone is a synthetic polyester biopolymer material. It has good biocompatibility, good permeability and compatibility to steroid drugs, and satisfactory drug release behavior. |
Hazard Symbols | C - Corrosive![]() |
Risk Codes | 34 - Causes burns |
Safety Description | S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S23 - Do not breathe vapour. |
UN IDs | UN 1760 8/PG 2 |
HS Code | 29181998 |
Reference Show more | 1. [IF=3.186] Cheng Xuanying et al."Effect of Metal Ion Modified TS-1 on Cyclization Properties of 6-Hydroxyhexanoic Acid."Catal Lett. 2021 Dec;151(12):3501-3508 |