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Calcium caprylate
Calcium caprylate is a calcium salt of caprylic acid, used as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and catalyst in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food applications. It appears as a white to off-white powder with a molecular weight of 326.48 g/mol and a CAS number of 6107-56-8. It is stable at ambient temperatures and classified with a warning signal word. Molekula supplies Calcium caprylate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Calcium caprylate is a calcium salt of caprylic acid, used as a stabilizer, emulsifier, and catalyst in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food applications. It appears as a white to off-white powder with a molecular weight of 326.48 g/mol and a CAS number of 6107-56-8. It is stable at ambient temperatures and classified with a warning signal word. Molekula supplies Calcium caprylate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder. |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 6107-56-8 |
| Molecular Formula | [CH3(CH2)6COO]2Ca |
| Molecular Weight | 326.48 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].CCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[Ca+2] |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is calcium caprylate used for?
Calcium caprylate is used as a catalyst in polymerization reactions and as a food additive in some formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of calcium caprylate?
The formula is [CH3(CH2)6COO]2Ca with a molecular weight of 326.48 g/mol.
How should calcium caprylate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of calcium caprylate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies calcium caprylate in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply calcium caprylate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply calcium caprylate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of calcium caprylate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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