Decanoyl chloride
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 112-13-0
Molecular Formula: C10H19ClO
Molecular Weight: 190.71 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless or slightly yellow transparent liquid
Melting Point: -34.5°C (or -87°C, varying in different sources)
Boiling Point: 233°C Density: 0.919-0.9585 g/cm³
Usage: Widely used in peroxides, coatings, initiators, polymers, and other industries.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Decanoyl Chloride |
| CAS Number | 112-13-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H19ClO |
| Molecular Weight | 190.71 g/mol |
| Synonyms | Capric Acid Chloride, Decanoic Acid Chloride |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic, pungent |
| Density | ~0.92 g/mL at 25°C |
| Boiling Point | 235°C (decomposes) |
| Flash Point | 104°C (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index | 1.441-1.443 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with water to form decanoic acid and hydrochloric acid |
| Hazard Statements | H314 (Causes severe skin burns and eye damage); H335 (May cause respiratory irritation) |
| Precautionary Statements | P261 (Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray); P280 (Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection); P301+P330+P331 (IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.) |
| Applications | Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants, esters, and polymers; also used in the preparation of coatings, adhesives, and lubricants |
| Production | Prepared by the chlorination of decanoic acid with thionyl chloride or phosphorus pentachloride |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances and ignition sources |
