CAS 111-14-8

Heptanoic acid

Description:

Heptanoic acid, also known as enanthic acid, is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid with the molecular formula C7H14O2. It is characterized by a seven-carbon aliphatic chain with a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) at one end. This compound is a colorless, oily liquid at room temperature and has a distinctive, rancid odor. Heptanoic acid is slightly soluble in water but more soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. It has a relatively low melting point and boiling point compared to longer-chain fatty acids. Heptanoic acid is used in various applications, including the production of esters for flavoring and fragrance, as well as in the synthesis of surfactants and lubricants. Additionally, it can be found in some animal fats and vegetable oils, contributing to their flavor profiles. Its CAS number, 111-14-8, is a unique identifier that facilitates the identification and regulation of this chemical in various industries.

Formula: C₇H₁₄O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H14O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7(8)9/h2-6H2,1H3,(H,8,9)

InChI key: InChIKey=MNWFXJYAOYHMED-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC(O)=O)CCCC

Synonyms:

• 1-Hexanecarboxylic acid
• Acide heptanoique
• Acido Heptanoico
• Enanthic acid
• Enanthoic Acid
• Enanthylic acid
• Heptanoate
• Heptanoic Acid (C7)
• Heptansaure
• Heptoic acid
• Heptylic acid
• Nsc 2192
• Oenanthic acid
• Oenanthic-Acid, C7
• Oenanthylic acid
• n-Heptanoic acid
• n-Heptoic acid
• n-Heptylic acid

Heptanoic acid

CAS: 111-14-8

Heptanoic acid is a fatty acid that is used in the manufacture of film coatings. It can also be found in congestive heart failure medication, where it acts as a vasodilator. Methyl myristate and caproic acid are esters of heptanoic acid. Heptanoic acid has been demonstrated to have pharmacological properties such as anti-inflammatory, anti-arrhythmic, and anti-obesity effects. This compound has been shown to have a matrix effect on analytical methods such as thin layer chromatography (TLC) and high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The solubility of heptanoic acid in human serum has been studied. Heptanoic acid is also an experimental agent for bowel disease and eye disorders, although it does not dissolve well in water or sodium citrate.

Formula: C₇H₁₄O₂

Purity: Min. 98%

Color and Shape: Clear Liquid

Molecular weight: 130.18 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FH33951