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Monocaproin

Also known as 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl hexanoate, 1-hexanoin, 1-Hexylglycerol

CAS 502-53-4Formula C9H18O4Molar mass 190.24 g/molEC 207-943-9
Monocaproin chemical structure, C9H18O4, CAS 502-53-4
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
502-53-4
Formula
C9H18O4
Molar mass
190.24 g/mol
EC number
207-943-9
HS code
291590
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Monocaproin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Monocaproin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H18O4 and a molar mass of 190.24 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 502-53-4. The IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxypropyl hexanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2,3-dihydroxypropyl hexanoate
CAS number
502-53-4 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 26402-23-3
EC number
207-943-9
Molecular formula
C9H18O4
InChIKey
RRZWKUGIZRDCPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H18O4/c1-2-3-4-5-9(12)13-7-8(11)6-10/h8,10-11H,2-7H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCC(=O)OCC(CO)O

Synonyms

  • 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl hexanoate
  • 1-hexanoin
  • 1-Hexylglycerol
  • 1-O-hexyl-sn-glycerol
  • 1-caproylglycerol
  • MAG 6:0
  • MG 6:0

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
190.24 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
190.1205 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.46calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
7calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.89calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Monocaproin?

Monocaproin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C9H18O4 and a molar mass of 190.24 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 502-53-4. The IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxypropyl hexanoate.

What is the CAS number of Monocaproin?

The CAS registry number of Monocaproin is 502-53-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 26402-23-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Monocaproin?

The molecular formula of Monocaproin is C9H18O4 and its molar mass is 190.24 g/mol.

What is Monocaproin used for?

Known uses and roles of Monocaproin include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Monocaproin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Monocaproin 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 Monocaproin?

Monocaproin 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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