Decanoic acid
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Capric acid, also known as decanoic acid or decylic acid, is a saturated fatty acid, medium-chain fatty acid, and carboxylic acid. Its formula is CH₃(CH₂)₈COOH. Salts and esters of decanoic acid are called caprates or decanoates. Wikipedia
Formula: C10H20O2
Melting point: 88.88°F (31.6°C)
Molar mass: 172.26 g/mol
Boiling point: 516.2°F (269°C)
Density: 893 kg/m³