Identification | ||
Name | Hexanoic acid | |
Synonyms | Caproic acid; n-Hexanoic acid | |
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Molecular Structure |
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Molecular Formula | C6H12O2 | |
Molecular Weight | 116.16 | |
CAS Registry Number | 142-62-1 | |
EINECS | 205-550-7 | |
Properties | ||
Density | 0.92 | |
Melting point | -3 ºC | |
Boiling point | 202-203 ºC | |
Refractive index | 1.415-1.418 | |
Flash point | 104 ºC | |
Water solubility | 1.1 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |