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Pentyl decanoate

Also known as Decanoic acid, pentyl ester, WE(5:0/10:0), N-Capric acid N-amyl ester

CAS 5933-87-9Formula C15H30O2Molar mass 242.40 g/molEC 227-682-4
Pentyl decanoate chemical structure, C15H30O2, CAS 5933-87-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
5933-87-9
Formula
C15H30O2
Molar mass
242.40 g/mol
EC number
227-682-4
HS code
291590
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is Pentyl decanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Pentyl decanoate is a fatty acid ester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
pentyl decanoate
CAS number
5933-87-9 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
227-682-4
Molecular formula
C15H30O2
UNII
MPU26M3L4R
MDL number
MFCD00059454
InChIKey
BGYFCELTJPRWBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H30O2/c1-3-5-7-8-9-10-11-13-15(16)17-14-12-6-4-2/h3-14H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCCC

Synonyms

  • Decanoic acid, pentyl ester
  • WE(5:0/10:0)
  • N-Capric acid N-amyl ester
  • Decanoic Acid Amyl Ester
  • Decanoic Acid Pentyl Ester
  • Pentyldecanoate
  • Pentyl decanoate #

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
242.40 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
242.2246 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.86calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
12calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
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

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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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Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Pentyl decanoate 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%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Pentyl decanoate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Pentyl decanoate, based on the data on this page

What is Pentyl decanoate?

Pentyl decanoate is a fatty acid ester.

What is the CAS number of Pentyl decanoate?

The CAS registry number of Pentyl decanoate is 5933-87-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Pentyl decanoate?

The molecular formula of Pentyl decanoate is C15H30O2 and its molar mass is 242.40 g/mol.

What is Pentyl decanoate used for?

Known uses and roles of Pentyl decanoate include building blocks in research and laboratory and flavouring and nutrient.

Is Pentyl decanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Pentyl decanoate 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 Pentyl decanoate?

Pentyl decanoate 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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