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General Material Information

Preferred name hexanoic acid
Trivial Name Hexanoic acid
Short Description caproic acid
Formula C6 H12 O2
CAS Number 142-62-1
Deleted CAS Number 53896-26-7
FEMA Number 2559
Flavis Number 8.009
ECHA Number 205-550-7
FDA UNII 1F8SN134MX
Nikkaji Number J2.546A
Beilstein Number 0773837
MDL MFCD00004421
COE Number 9
Bio Activity Summary External link
NMR Predictor External link
JECFA Food Flavoring 93 hexanoic acid
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 142-62-1 ; HEXANOIC ACID
Synonyms
  • butyl acetic acid
  • 2-butylacetic acid
  • caproic (hexanoic) acid natural
  • caproic acid
  • caproic acid (hexanoic), natural
  • caproic acid (natural)
  • caproic acid deironized
  • caproic acid deironized natural
  • caproic acid natural
  • caproic acid synthetic
  • caproic acid synthetic FCC
  • capronic acid
  • 1-hexanoic acid
  • nat. hexanoic acid
  • hexanoic acid (caproic acid)
  • N hexanoic acid (caproic) natural
  • hexanoic acid (natural)
  • hexanoic acid 99%, (naturals)
  • hexanoic acid natural
  • hexoic acid
  • 1-pentane carboxylic acid
  • 1-pentanecarboxylic acid
  • pentiformic acid
  • pentyl formic acid
  • Butylacetic acid
  • n-Hexoic acid
  • n-Hexanoic acid
  • Pentylformic acid
  • n-Caproic acid
  • n-Hexylic acid
  • 1-Pentanecarboxylic acid
  • 1-Hexanoic acid
  • Hexylic acid
  • NSC 35598
  • NSC 8266
  • NAA 60

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Literature & References

hexanoic acid
NIST Chemistry WebBook:Search Inchi
Canada Domestic Sub. List:142-62-1
Pubchem (cid):8892
Pubchem (sid):134973401
Flavornet:142-62-1
Pherobase:View
Publications by Info
Volatile Flavor Components in Bogyojosaeng and Suhong Cultivars of Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa Duch.)
Publications by PubMed
Prokaryotic communities in pit mud from different-aged cellars used for the production of Chinese strong-flavored liquor.
Homogenization and Lipase Treatment of Milk and Resulting Methyl Ketone Generation in Blue Cheese.
Flavor of cold-hardy grapes: impact of berry maturity and environmental conditions.
Induction of hexanol dehydrogenase in Geotrichum spp. by the addition of hexanol.
[Inhibitory activity of hydrosols prepared from 18 Japanese herbs of weak aromatic flavor against filamentous formation and growth of Candida albicans].
Desalination of fish sauce by electrodialysis: effect on selected aroma compounds and amino acid compositions.
Influence of pulsed electric field treatments on the volatile compounds of milk in comparison with pasteurized processing.
Classification of wines from five Spanish origin denominations by aromatic compound analysis.
Ewe's diet (pasture vs grain-based feed) affects volatile profile of cooked meat from light lamb.
[Synthesis of flavor esters catalyzed by CALB-displaying Pichia pastoris whole-cells in non-aqueous phase].
Characterization of volatile compounds contributing to naturally occurring fruity fermented flavor in peanuts.
[Expression of Candida antarctica lipase B on yeast surface and synthesis of ethyl hexanoate catalyzed by CALB].
Effect of enhancement and ageing on flavor and volatile compounds in various beef muscles.
Aroma components of American country ham.
Characterization of hydrophobic flavor release profile in oil-in-water emulsions.
Production of natural fruity aroma by Geotrichum candidum.
Characterization of aroma compounds of chinese "Wuliangye" and "Jiannanchun" liquors by aroma extract dilution analysis.
Production of gamma-lactones by the brown-rot basidiomycete Piptoporus soloniensis.
Characterization of odorants causing an atypical aroma in white pepper powder (Piper nigrum L.) based on quantitative measurements and orthonasal breakthrough thresholds.
Characteristic aroma components of rennet casein.
Headspace gas chromatography-mass spectrometry of volatile compounds in murici (Byrsonima crassifolia l. Rich).
Solid-phase microextraction in combination with GC/MS for quantification of the major volatile free fatty acids in ewe cheese.
Effect of different strains of Saccharomyces cerevisiae on production of volatiles in Napa Gamay wine and Petite Sirah wine.
Aroma-active components of nonfat dry milk.

Other Information

(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
Videos:The Periodic Table of Videos
tgsc:Atomic Weights use for this web site
(IUPAC):Periodic Table of the Elements
FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):View
FDA Indirect Additives used in Food Contact Substances:View
CHEBI:View
CHEMBL:View
Golm Metabolome Database:Search
Metabolomics Database:Search
KEGG (GenomeNet):C01585
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB00535
FooDB:FDB013897
Export Tariff Code:2915.90.1800
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
ChemSpider:View
Wikipedia:View
Formulations/Preparations:
hexacid 698 is a trade name.

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex Yes
Molecular weight 116.16004180908
Specific gravity @ 25 °C
Pounds per Gallon 7.68 to 7.714
Refractive Index 1.415 to 1.418 @ 20 °C
Melting Point -4 to -3°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 202 to 203°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 130 to 131°C @ 50 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 0.158 mmHg @ 25 °C
Vapor Density 4
Flash Point TCC Value 104.44 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 1.92
Shelf life 36 months (or longer if stored properly.)
Storage notes Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
fixed oils Yes
water, 1.03E+04 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) Yes
water No

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Fatty
sour, fatty, sweaty, cheesy
Odor strength medium , recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less
Substantivity > 336 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (1987) At 10.00 % in propylene glycol. sour fatty sweat cheese
Flavor Type: Cheesy
cheesy, fruity, phenolic, fatty, goaty
Luebke, William tgsc, (1987) Cheesy fruity phenolic fatty goaty
Cheese and other dairy type flavors, ripe fruit especially apple and strawberry. Sharp, acidic, cheesy, fruity notes
Useful in: brown nuts, brown cocoa, brown coffee, brown others, dairy, savory vegetable, savory meat, fruity citrus, fruity red, fruity yellow, fruity tropical, fruity others, sweet others, alcoholics. Cheesy, fruity, phenolic, fatty

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
C - Corrosive.
R 20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R 34 - Causes burns.
S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
S 20/21 - When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S 36/37/39 - Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
gavage-rat LD50 2050 ul/kg
Union Carbide Data Sheet. Vol. 11/2/1971

oral-rat LD50 6440 mg/kg
Union Carbide Data Sheet. Vol. 11/2/1971

oral-mouse LD50 5000 mg/kg
"Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 32, 1982.

intravenous-mouse LD50 1725 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: CONVULSIONS OR EFFECT ON SEIZURE THRESHOLD LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: RESPIRATORY STIMULATION
Acta Pharmacologica et Toxicologica. Vol. 18, Pg. 141, 1961.

intraperitoneal-mouse LD50 3180 mg/kg
Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. Vol. 21, Pg. 85, 1969.

Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 630 ul/kg
AMA Archives of Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Medicine. Vol. 10, Pg. 61, 1954.

skin-guinea pig LD50 5 ml/kg
Journal of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. Vol. 26, Pg. 269, 1944.

subcutaneous-mouse LD50 3180 mg/kg
Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. Vol. 21, Pg. 85, 1969.

Inhalation Toxicity:
inhalation-mouse LC50 4100 mg/m3/2H
"Toxicometric Parameters of Industrial Toxic Chemicals Under Single Exposure," Izmerov, N.F., et al., Moscow, Centre of International Projects, GKNT, 1982Vol. -, Pg. 32, 1982.

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Structure Class: I
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3. Update in publication number(s): 29
Click here to view publication 3
average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: 19.0000065.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic): 2.000003.00000
beverages(alcoholic): 3.0000050.00000
breakfast cereal: --
cheese: 2.000005.00000
chewing gum: 100.000001000.00000
condiments / relishes: 448.00000510.00000
confectionery froastings: --
egg products: --
fats / oils: 36.0000036.00000
fish products: --
frozen dairy: 10.0000024.00000
fruit ices: --
gelatins / puddings: 2.000006.00000
granulated sugar: --
gravies: 2.000004.00000
hard candy: 3.0000028.00000
imitation dairy: 5.0000010.00000
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: --
meat products: 6.0000026.00000
milk products: --
nut products: --
other grains: --
poultry: --
processed fruits: --
processed vegetables: 150.00000176.00000
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: --
snack foods: 10.0000020.00000
soft candy: 5.000009.00000
soups: --
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: --

Safety references

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Flavouring Group Evaluation 9, Revision 1: (FGE.09 Rev1)[1] - Secondary alicyclic saturated and unsaturated alcohols, ketones and esters containing secondary alicyclic alcohols from chemical groups 8 and 30, and an ester of a phenol carboxylic acid from chemical group 25 - Scientific Opinion of the Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in Contact with Food
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 20, Revision 1 (FGE.20Rev1): Benzyl alcohols, benzaldehydes, a related acetal, benzoic acids and related esters from chemical group 23
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 7, Revision 2 (FGE.07Rev2) : Saturated and unsaturated aliphatic secondary alcohols, ketones and esters of secondary alcohols and saturated linear or branched-chain carboxylic acids from chemical group 5
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 13Rev1: Furfuryl and furan derivatives with and without additional side-chain substituents and heteroatoms from chemical group 14
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 20, Revision 2 (FGE.20Rev2): Benzyl alcohols, benzaldehydes, a related acetal, benzoic acids, and related esters from chemical groups 23 and 30
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 9, Revision 2 (FGE.09Rev2): Secondary alicyclic saturated and unsaturated alcohols, ketones and esters containing secondary alicyclic alcohols from chemical group 8 and 30, and an ester of a phenol derivative from chemical group 25
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 20, Revision 3(FGE.20Rev3): Benzyl alcohols, benzaldehydes, a related acetal, benzoic acids, and related esters from chemical groups 23 and 30
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Scientific Opinion on the safety and efficacy of straight-chain primary aliphatic alcohols/aldehydes/acids, acetals and esters with esters containing saturated alcohols and acetals containing saturated aldehydes (chemical group 1) when used as flavourings for all animal species
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):142-62-1
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :8892
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WISER:UN 2829
WGK Germany:1
hexanoic acid
Chemidplus:0000142621
EPA/NOAA CAMEO:hazardous materials
RTECS:142-62-1