Hexanoic acid
Also known as: Caproic acid, n-Caproic acid, n-Hexanoic acid, Butylacetic acid, Capronic acid, Hexoic acid, Hexylic acid, 1-Hexanoic acid
Hexanoic acid (CAS 142-62-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H12O2 and a molecular weight of 116.158 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −4 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 204.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H290 and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 142-62-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-14334-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 116.158 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −4 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 204.6±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 104.4±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.083733 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.84 |
| Additional Property | 4 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.428 |
| Additional Property | 1.1 g/100 mL (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H290
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Hexanoic acid?
The CAS number of Hexanoic acid is 142-62-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hexanoic acid?
Hexanoic acid has molecular formula C6H12O2 and molecular weight 116.158 g/mol.
Is Hexanoic acid hazardous?
Hexanoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H290; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Hexanoic acid?
For Hexanoic acid, Upstream Products: 1-Hexanol, Carbon dioxide, 1-Pentylzinc bromide; Downstream Products: trans-2-Hexenyl hexanoate, (2S)-2-Pentanol, (R)-(-)-2-Pentanol.
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