Product Details

CasNo： 124-07-2

MF： C8H16O2

Appearance： liquid

Delivery Time： 15 days

Packing： 200kg/drum

Purity： 99%

Basic Information

Product Description

Product Name：Octanoic acid    

CAS No: 124-07-2

Form: liquid

Product Application

A. Food & Nutraceuticals (Core Application)

Preservative/Antimicrobial:​ Used as a natural, safe food preservative in baked goods, cheeses, meat products, etc., to inhibit mold and yeast. Holds GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.

Raw Material for MCTs:​ A key component in producing MCT Oil. MCTs, consisting of glycerides of caprylic and capric acids, are functional lipids that provide quick energy, used in medical foods, sports nutrition, and ketogenic diets.

Dietary Supplements:​ Used directly as a supplement to support digestive health and immune modulation.

B. Personal Care & Cosmetics

Functional Additive:​ Utilizes its antimicrobial/antifungal properties in acne treatments, anti-dandruff shampoos, mouthwashes, soaps, etc.

Raw Material for Emulsifiers/Thickeners:​ Its glycerides or polyglycerol esters are common emulsifiers.

Ester Raw Material:​ Esters formed with alcohols (e.g., Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride) are excellent emollients, skin-conditioning agents, and solvents​ with a non-greasy, light feel, widely used in high-end skincare, sunscreens, and makeup.

C. Pharmaceuticals & Veterinary

Pharmaceutical Intermediate:​ Used in synthesizing certain drugs.

Disinfectant/Preservative Ingredient:​ Used in topical pharmaceuticals and disinfectants.

Feed Additive:​ Serves as a natural antimicrobial growth promoter in livestock and poultry feed, partially replacing antibiotics.

D. Industrial Applications (Minor, but present)

Fragrance Synthesis:​ Used to synthesize esters with fruity, milky notes.

Lubricants/Plasticizers:​ Its esters can be used in certain specialty lubricants and plastic additives.

Packaging

200kg/drum

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from ignition sources and oxidizers. As its melting point is ~16.7°C, protection from freezing is needed in cold climates. Recommended storage temperature is 20-30°C. Typical shelf life is 2 years.