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Nonionic surfactants

2-Monocaprin

Also known as Glyceryl 2-caprate, Decanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl ester, 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl decanoate

CAS 3376-48-5Formula C13H26O4Molar mass 246.35 g/mol
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2-Monocaprin chemical structure, C13H26O4, CAS 3376-48-5
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
3376-48-5
Formula
C13H26O4
Molar mass
246.35 g/mol
HS code
291590
Category
Nonionic surfactants

What is 2-Monocaprin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

2-decanoylglycerol is a 2-monoglyceride where the acyl group is decanoyl (caprinoyl). It is a 2-monoglyceride and a monodecanoylglycerol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl decanoate
CAS number
3376-48-5 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C13H26O4
UNII
P9JHW7Y133
InChIKey
IYVVKFYDGRJWTR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C13H26O4/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-13(16)17-12(10-14)11-15/h12,14-15H,2-11H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC(CO)CO

Synonyms

  • Glyceryl 2-caprate
  • Decanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl ester
  • 1,3-dihydroxypropan-2-yl decanoate
  • Decanoin, 2-mono-
  • 2-O-Decanoylglycerol
  • 2-Decanoyl glycerol
  • Decanoic acid 2-monoglyceride
  • 2-decanoylglycerol
  • 2-caprinoylglycerol
  • glycerin monocaprate
  • 2-monodecanoylglycerol
  • 2-decanoyloxy-propan-1,3-diol
  • 2-Hydroxy-1-(hydroxymethyl)ethyl decanoate #
  • MG(0:0/10:0/0:0)
  • MG (0:0/10:0/0:0)

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
246.35 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
246.1831 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.02calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.92calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
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The HS code shown for 2-Monocaprin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 2-Monocaprin, based on the data on this page

What is 2-Monocaprin?

2-decanoylglycerol is a 2-monoglyceride where the acyl group is decanoyl (caprinoyl). It is a 2-monoglyceride and a monodecanoylglycerol.

What is the CAS number of 2-Monocaprin?

The CAS registry number of 2-Monocaprin is 3376-48-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 2-Monocaprin?

The molecular formula of 2-Monocaprin is C13H26O4 and its molar mass is 246.35 g/mol.

What is 2-Monocaprin used for?

Known uses and roles of 2-Monocaprin include surfactants in home care and cleaning.

Is 2-Monocaprin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 2-Monocaprin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 2-Monocaprin?

2-Monocaprin is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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