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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Ammonium caprylate

Also known as Ammonium octanoate, Octanoic acid, ammonium salt, caprylic acid ammonium salt

CAS 5972-76-9Formula C8H19NO2Molar mass 161.25 g/molEC 227-765-5
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant, Hazardous to the environment
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Ammonium caprylate chemical structure, C8H19NO2, CAS 5972-76-9
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CAS number
5972-76-9
Formula
C8H19NO2
Molar mass
161.25 g/mol
Physical form
Solid
HS code
291590
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides
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What is Ammonium caprylate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ammonium caprylate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H19NO2 and a molar mass of 161.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5972-76-9. The IUPAC name is azanium octanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
azanium octanoate
CAS number
5972-76-9 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
227-765-5
Molecular formula
C8H19NO2
UNII
1INS5UE40F
InChIKey
GEWYFWXMYWWLHW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H16O2.H3N/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8(9)10;/h2-7H2,1H3,(H,9,10);1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[NH4+]

Synonyms

  • Ammonium octanoate
  • Octanoic acid, ammonium salt
  • caprylic acid ammonium salt
  • Octanoic acid, ammonium salt (1:1)
  • azanium, octanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical form
Solidexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
161.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
161.1416 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.47calc.
Topological polar surface area
76.63 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
11calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements (10)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Industrial uses: Other.

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ammonium caprylate is traded under.

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 Ammonium caprylate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is Ammonium caprylate?

Ammonium caprylate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H19NO2 and a molar mass of 161.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5972-76-9. The IUPAC name is azanium octanoate.

What is the CAS number of Ammonium caprylate?

The CAS registry number of Ammonium caprylate is 5972-76-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ammonium caprylate?

The molecular formula of Ammonium caprylate is C8H19NO2 and its molar mass is 161.25 g/mol.

What is Ammonium caprylate used for?

Industrial uses: Other.

Is Ammonium caprylate hazardous?

Ammonium caprylate carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: may cause an allergic skin reaction, very toxic to aquatic life. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ammonium caprylate?

Ammonium caprylate 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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