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Caproic Acid

Basic Information

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Chemical NameCaproic Acid
IUPAC NameHexanoic Acid
Chemical FormulaC₆H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight116.16 g/mol
CAS Number142-62-1
IndustryMajor ApplicationsPurpose
Chemical ManufacturingProduction of hexanoate esters, specialty chemicals, intermediatesRaw material for chemical synthesis
Flavor & FragranceFruit-flavor esters (e.g., ethyl hexanoate, hexyl hexanoate), perfumesProduction of fruity flavors and fragrance ingredients
Food & BeverageFlavoring agent, food additive, flavor intermediateCheese, dairy, and fruit flavor formulations (used at very low levels)
PharmaceuticalsAPI intermediates, specialty esters, research chemicalsIntermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis
Personal Care & CosmeticsFragrance ingredients, emollient esters, skin and hair care productsImproves sensory properties and formulation stability
Industrial LubricantsSynthetic ester lubricants, metalworking fluidsProduction of high-performance lubricants
Animal NutritionFeed additives for poultry, swine, and aquacultureSupports gut health and feed efficiency (limited use)
AgricultureAgrochemical intermediates and formulation additivesRaw material for crop protection products
Polymer & CoatingsPlasticizers, specialty coatings, resin intermediatesEnhances flexibility and performance of coatings