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Methyl decanoate, 98+%
Description
It is employed as an intermediate for caproic acid, detergents, emulsifiers, wetting agents, stabilizers, resins, lubricants, plasticizers and flavoring. As a chemical intermediate for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols & acids.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
It is employed as an intermediate for caproic acid, detergents, emulsifiers, wetting agents, stabilizers, resins, lubricants, plasticizers and flavoring. As a chemical intermediate for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols & acids.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -18°C |
| Density | 0.877 |
| Boiling Point | 223°C to 225°C |
| Flash Point | 94°C (201°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.425 |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Beilstein | 1759170 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 186.3 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
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Safety and Handling
- Methyl decanoate
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
- H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P273-Avoid release to the environment.
- P391-Collect spillage.
- P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Decanoic acid, methyl ester
RUO – Research Use Only
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