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Sodium caprate

Also known as Sodium decanoate, Decanoic acid, sodium salt, Capric acid, sodium salt

CAS 1002-62-6Formula C10H19NaO2Molar mass 194.25 g/molEC 213-688-4
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Sodium caprate chemical structure, C10H19NaO2, CAS 1002-62-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
1002-62-6
Formula
C10H19NaO2
Molar mass
194.25 g/mol
EC number
213-688-4
HS code
291590
Category
Soaps and metal soaps

What is Sodium caprate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Sodium caprate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H19NaO2 and a molar mass of 194.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1002-62-6. The IUPAC name is sodium decanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
sodium decanoate
CAS number
1002-62-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
213-688-4
Molecular formula
C10H19NaO2
UNII
4I820XKV2A
MDL number
MFCD00066453
INCI name
SODIUM CAPRATE
InChIKey
FIWQZURFGYXCEO-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H20O2.Na/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10(11)12;/h2-9H2,1H3,(H,11,12);/q;+1/p-1
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[Na+]

Synonyms

  • Sodium decanoate
  • Decanoic acid, sodium salt
  • Capric acid, sodium salt
  • Capric acid sodium salt
  • Sodium decanoic acid
  • Decanoic acid, sodium salt (1:1)
  • Decanoic acid sodium salt
  • sodium, decanoate
  • Caprinic acid sodium salt
  • Decanoic Acid (sodium salt)
  • Sodium caprinate
  • Sodium-n-decanoate
  • n-Capric acid sodium salt
  • C10H19NaO2
  • sodium n-decanoate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

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
194.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
194.1283 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-1.12calc.
Topological polar surface area
40.13 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
13calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.9calc.
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 classification
Hazard pictograms

Hazard statements

  • H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (2)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • 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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Surfactants, Safer Chemical Classes.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name SODIUM CAPRATE(cleansing, surfactant - cleansing)

Functional uses

  • Anti-caking agent
  • Cleaning agent
  • Emulsifier
  • Lubricating agent
  • Surfactant (surface active agent)

Cosmetic functions

  • Cleansing
  • Surfactant - cleansing

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Sodium caprate 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 Sodium caprate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Sodium caprate, based on the data on this page

What is Sodium caprate?

Sodium caprate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H19NaO2 and a molar mass of 194.25 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 1002-62-6. The IUPAC name is sodium decanoate.

What is the CAS number of Sodium caprate?

The CAS registry number of Sodium caprate is 1002-62-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Sodium caprate?

The molecular formula of Sodium caprate is C10H19NaO2 and its molar mass is 194.25 g/mol.

What is Sodium caprate used for?

Use classes: Surfactants, Safer Chemical Classes.

Is Sodium caprate hazardous?

Sodium caprate has a GHS hazard classification. Main hazards: harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Sodium caprate?

Sodium caprate 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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