Undecanoic Acid
Specifications:
Synonyms: 1-decanecarboxylic acid, hendecanoic acid, undecoic acid, undecylic acid, N-undecoic acid, hendecanoic acid, N-undecylic acid, 1-decane carboxylic acid, N-undecanoic acid
CAS Number |
112-37-8 |
Chemical Formula |
C11-H22-O2 |
Appearance |
Colourless to light yellow liquid or solid |
Odour |
Waxy, creamy, coconut odour |
Solid. (Low Melting Point Solid. Above 28.5oC it is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid) |
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Closed Cup: >93.333°C (200°F) |
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Molecular Weight |
186.3 g/mole |
Boiling Point |
228°C (442.4°F) |
Melting Point |
28.5°C (83.3°F) |
Appearance |
Colourless crystals |
Applications:
It is a 11 carbon organic compound which is used as chemical intermediates for perfumes/flavors, for instance, macrocyclic musks and to prepare ointments with dermatophilic activity.