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Ethyl hexanoate

SKU 90038106 CAS 123-66-0 Available on enquiry

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Ethyl hexanoate is a colorless liquid ester with a fruity, floral aroma, commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and fragrance formulations. It is also employed in solvents and chemical synthesis. Available in high purity, it has a molecular weight of 144.21 g/mol and a boiling point of 178–180 °C. Molekula supplies Ethyl hexanoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90038106
CAS Number: 123-66-0
IUPAC Name: ethyl hexanoate
EC Number: 204-640-3
Exact Mass: 144.115
SMILES: CCCCCC(=O)OCC
InChIKey: SHZIWNPUGXLXDT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H16O2/c1-3-5-6-7-8(9)10-4-2/h3-7H2,1-2H3
PubChem CID: 31265

Synonyms

Acetic acid, butyl-, ethyl ester
Capronic ether absolute
Ethyl caproate
ethyl capronate
Ethyl hexanoate (caproate)
Ethyl hexoate
Ethyl n-hexanoate
FEMA No. 2439
Hexanoic acid, ethyl ester
n-Caproic acid ethyl ester

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: -67.5 °C
Boiling Point: 166 to 168 °C at 760 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in most fixed oils and in propylene glycol, insoluble in water and glycerol
Vapour Pressure: 1.56 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 31265 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map)

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Frequently asked questions

What is ethyl hexanoate used for?

Ethyl hexanoate is commonly used as a flavoring agent in food and fragrance applications due to its fruity, pineapple-like aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethyl hexanoate?

The chemical formula is C8H16O2, and the molecular weight is 144.21 g/mol.

How should ethyl hexanoate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials; ensure containers are tightly sealed.

What grade of ethyl hexanoate does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies ethyl hexanoate in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply ethyl hexanoate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply ethyl hexanoate in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of ethyl hexanoate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.