3-hydroxyoctanoic acid

3-羟基辛酸

Also known as: 3-HYDROXYOCTANOIC ACID, (+/-)-3-HYDROXYOCTANOIC ACID, DL-BETA-HYDROXYCAPRYLIC ACID, 3-Hydroxycaprylic acid, 3-Hydroxyoctanoic acid, 98 % (GC), 3-Hydroxy-caprylsaeure, Octanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, 3-HYDROXY C8:0 ACID

3-hydroxyoctanoic acid (CAS 14292-27-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H16O3 and a molecular weight of 160.21100 g/mol. It is also known as 3-HYDROXYOCTANOIC ACID, (+/-)-3-HYDROXYOCTANOIC ACID and DL-BETA-HYDROXYCAPRYLIC ACID. Key properties include a boiling point of 288.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.046 g/cm3 and a flash point of 142.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
14292-27-4
Jingsj CID
J-1956180-0
Molecular Formula
C8H16O3
Chinese Name
3-羟基辛酸
Molecular Weight
160.21100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point288.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.046 g/cm3
Flash Point142.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-hydroxyoctanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-hydroxyoctanoic acid is 14292-27-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-hydroxyoctanoic acid?

3-hydroxyoctanoic acid has molecular formula C8H16O3 and molecular weight 160.21100 g/mol.

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