| 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) | |