Octanoic Acid (Caprylic Acid) – Medium-Chain Fatty Acid for Food, Pharma, Cosmetics & Industrial Uses

High Quality Octanoic Acid/Acid C-8/C8H16O2(used in organic synthesis) CAS No.: 124-07-2

Product Properties

Product name: Octanoic acid
Purity: 99%
CAS No.: 124-07-2
FEMA: 2799
MF: C8H16O2
MW: 144.21
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Refractive index: 1.4268-1.4288
Boiling point: 237ºC
Melting point: 16ºC-16.5ºC
Density: 0.91
Water solubility: 0.68G/L(20ºC)
Odor: Unpleasant

Detailed Description

Product name: Octanoic acid

Octanoic Acid, also known as Caprylic Acid, is a medium-chain saturated fatty acid (MCFA) with the formula C₈H₁₆O₂. It is typically found as a colorless to slightly yellow oily liquid with a mild fatty odor. Naturally present in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and dairy fats, Octanoic Acid is widely used across food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications.

Its unique chemical structure provides both lipid solubility and antimicrobial properties, making it valuable in formulations for food preservation, personal care, and health supplements. Additionally, it is used as a raw material in esters, plasticizers, lubricants, and chemical intermediates.

Uses:

• Food & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into MCT oils, dietary supplements, and functional foods.

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skin creams, hair care, and cleansing products for its emollient and stabilizing functions.

• Pharmaceuticals: Functions as an excipient, solubilizer, and intermediate for drug formulations.

• Industrial Applications: Raw material in plasticizers, surfactants, lubricants, and antimicrobial coatings.

• Fragrance & Flavoring: Adds fatty, waxy, and slightly rancid notes for specialty flavor blends.

Specifications (Typical):

• Chemical Name: Octanoic Acid (Caprylic Acid)

• Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₆O₂

• Molecular Weight: 144.21 g/mol

• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid

• Odor: Mild fatty, oily odor

• Purity: ≥ 98%

• Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol and organic solvents

• CAS Number: 124-07-2

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Product name: Octanoic acid

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Applications

Product name: Octanoic acid

1. Caprylic acid is used commercially in the production of esters used in perfumery and also in the manufacture of dyes.
2. Caprylic acid is an antimicrobial pesticide used as a food contact surface sanitizer in commercial food handling establishments on dairy equipment, food processing equipment, breweries, wineries, and beverage processing plants.
3. It is also used as disinfectant in health care facilities, schools/colleges, animal care/veterinary facilities, industrial facilities, office buildings, recreational facilities, retail and wholesale establishments, livestock premises, restaurants, and hotels/motels
4. Octanoic acid is also used for Flavors&Essences.

Company Profile

Baisifu Food Flavors Co., Ltd. was established on December 17, 2009. This enterprise is a professional organization specializing in food flavors and fragrances, encompassing research and development, production, sales, and technical services. The company possesses a registered capital of 3 million yuan and is headquartered in the High-tech Zone of Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province.

Business Scope

The product portfolio consists of an array of flavors, including sweet fruit, baking, herbal, dairy, salty, sugar, monomer flavors, food pigments, and plant essential oils. These offerings are primarily utilized in the production of baking biscuits, beverages, jelly candies, ice cream, cakes, and dairy products, thereby enhancing the quality of a variety of food items across related industries.

Supply Chain Management

Baisifu adheres to strict standards in the procurement of raw materials, in compliance with the national standard GB-2760 and the flavor excipients permitted in Appendix B of GB30616-2020. The company partners with established suppliers, primarily sourced from the top ten international manufacturers of flavor raw materials, ensuring that the quality of the inputs remains high and stable.

Quality Assurance

The organization implements a comprehensive quality management system aligned with the stipulations of ISO 9001 international quality management protocols and ISO 22000 food safety management standards. This approach encompasses the entire production process, including research and development, sourcing, production, quality inspection, warehousing, and sales, thereby ensuring that product quality consistently meets established specifications.

Business Philosophy

The company remains committed to sustainable long-term development. Over the years, a management team with refined design capabilities, substantial management experience, robust research and development expertise, and formidable production and sales capabilities has been established. Baisifu prioritizes customer value above commercial interests, ensuring that all business practices reflect this commitment

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FAQ

Q1: What’s the delivery lead time?
A4: We will make delivery within 1-2 days after receiving payment.

Q2: Which payment terms do you accept?
A2: PayPal, T/T, West Union, Bank Transfer, etc.

Q3: What's about the MOQ ?
A3: It depends on different products. Usually our MOQ is 5kg.

Q4: Could you provide free sample for test?
A1: We can provide you free sample for test, and you only need to pay the delivery cost.

Q5: What about the delivery port?
A5: Main ports in China are available (Hong Kong,Guangzhou,Shenzhen).