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2-hydroxydecanoic acid

Also known as: alpha-hydroxycapric acid, alpha-hydroxydecanoic acid, DL-2-hydroxydecanoic acid, (+/-)-2-hydroxydecanoic acid, 2-hydroxycapric acid, hydroxycapric acid, 2-hydroxy C10:0 acid, 2-hydroxydecylic acid

2-hydroxydecanoic acid (CAS 5393-81-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H20O3 and a molecular weight of 188.26400 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 73-75ºC, a boiling point of 318.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.011g/cm3 and a flash point of 160.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5393-81-7
Jingsj CID
J-1969712-2
Molecular Formula
C10H20O3
Molecular Weight
188.26400 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point73-75ºC
Boiling Point318.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.011g/cm3
Flash Point160.9ºC
Exact Mass188.14100
PSA57.53000
LogP2.18250
Refractive Index1.464
Storage Conditions2-8°C

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-hydroxydecanoic acid?

The CAS number of 2-hydroxydecanoic acid is 5393-81-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-hydroxydecanoic acid?

2-hydroxydecanoic acid has molecular formula C10H20O3 and molecular weight 188.26400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-hydroxydecanoic acid?

For 2-hydroxydecanoic acid, Upstream Products: Decanoic acid, 2-Bromodecanoic acid, n-Octylmagnesium bromide; Downstream Products: Nonanal, Carbon dioxide, Water.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-hydroxydecanoic acid (CAS 5393-81-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1969712-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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