alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid
CAS: 5393-81-7;37639-46-6
Molecular Formula: C10H20O3
alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid - Names and Identifiers
| Name | dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid |
| Synonyms | NSC 4801 2-Hydroxydecanoate HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID 2-HYDROXYDECANOIC ACID 2-Hydroxydecanoic acid ALPHA-HYDROXYCAPRIC ACID dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid DL-2-HYDROXYDECANOIC ACID alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid ALPHA-HYDROXY DECANOIC ACID Decanoic acid, 2-hydroxy- (8CI)(9CI) |
| CAS | 5393-81-7 37639-46-6 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C10H20O3/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9(11)10(12)13/h9,11H,2-8H2,1H3,(H,12,13) |
alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C10H20O3 |
| Molar Mass | 188.26 |
| Density | 1.011±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Melting Point | 70.5 °C |
| Boling Point | 90-91 °C(Press: 20 Torr) |
| Flash Point | 160.9°C |
| Vapor Presure | 2.9E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| pKa | 3.86±0.21(Predicted) |
| Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.464 |
alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid - Risk and Safety
| WGK Germany | 3 |
alpha-Hydroxydecanoic acid - Introduction
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H20O3. It has some important properties and uses, as follows:
Nature:
-Appearance: dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is a white solid.
-Solubility: It can be dissolved in water to a limited degree, and has better solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and dimethyl formate.
-Melting point: The melting point of dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is approximately between 60-65°C.
Use:
-Cosmetics: Because of its good antibacterial and antiseptic effects, dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is widely used in various cosmetics and personal care products.
-Pharmaceutical field: It is also used as an antibacterial agent and preservative in the pharmaceutical field.
-Surfactant: dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid can be used as a surfactant in some cleaning and washing products.
Preparation Method:
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid can be prepared by oxidation of octanol or octanol plus hydroxylation. The specific preparation method can be selected according to needs.
Safety Information:
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid has low toxicity and is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound. However, contact with the skin, eyes, or inhalation or ingestion may cause irritation or other unpleasant reactions. Therefore, the use of dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid should follow the correct laboratory safety operations, pay attention to protection and storage. At the same time, if necessary, read the relevant safety instructions and follow the correct use guidelines.
Nature:
-Appearance: dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is a white solid.
-Solubility: It can be dissolved in water to a limited degree, and has better solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and dimethyl formate.
-Melting point: The melting point of dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is approximately between 60-65°C.
Use:
-Cosmetics: Because of its good antibacterial and antiseptic effects, dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid is widely used in various cosmetics and personal care products.
-Pharmaceutical field: It is also used as an antibacterial agent and preservative in the pharmaceutical field.
-Surfactant: dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid can be used as a surfactant in some cleaning and washing products.
Preparation Method:
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid can be prepared by oxidation of octanol or octanol plus hydroxylation. The specific preparation method can be selected according to needs.
Safety Information:
dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid has low toxicity and is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound. However, contact with the skin, eyes, or inhalation or ingestion may cause irritation or other unpleasant reactions. Therefore, the use of dl-2-hydroxydecanoic acid should follow the correct laboratory safety operations, pay attention to protection and storage. At the same time, if necessary, read the relevant safety instructions and follow the correct use guidelines.
Last Update：2024-04-09 21:11:58
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