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4-Ethyloctanoic acid, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11445856
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10 g
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Description

Five sulfur-containing flavor compounds were synthesized by the reaction of 4-ethyloctanoyl chloride with sulfur-containing alcohols or mercaptans. 4-ethyloctanoic acid is identified from flue-cured Virginia tobacco. Mainly used as daily flavor,food flavor,industrial flavor, nutrient, stabilizers, surfactants and emulsifiers.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Five sulfur-containing flavor compounds were synthesized by the reaction of 4-ethyloctanoyl chloride with sulfur-containing alcohols or mercaptans. 4-ethyloctanoic acid is identified from flue-cured Virginia tobacco. Mainly used as daily flavor,food flavor,industrial flavor, nutrient, stabilizers, surfactants and emulsifiers.

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water(0.13 mg/mL). Soluble in hexane

Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 16493-80-4
Molecular Formula C10H20O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 172.268
MDL Number MFCD00506494
InChI Key PWKJMPFEQOHBAC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym octanoic acid, 4-ethyl, 4-ethylcaprylic acid, 4-ethyl octanoic acid, acmc-1bvq5, 4-ethyloctanoicacid, ksc175o1l, 4-ethyloctanoic acid, fg
PubChem CID 61840
IUPAC Name 4-ethyloctanoic acid
SMILES CCCCC(CC)CCC(=O)O

Specifications

Density 0.908
Boiling Point 142°C to 143°C (10 mmHg)
Flash Point >100°C (212°F)
Refractive Index 1.439
Quantity 10 g
Solubility Information Slightly soluble in water(0.13mg/mL). Soluble in hexane
Formula Weight 172.27
Percent Purity 97%
Chemical Name or Material 4-Ethyloctanoic acid

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 4-Ethyloctanoic acid
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H315-Causes skin irritation.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
  • P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : 4-Ethyloctanoic acid

RUO – Research Use Only

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