Caprylic Acid

Description

1. Product Overview
Caprylic Acid (C8 fatty acid) is a medium-chain saturated fatty acid widely derived from coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It serves as a critical intermediate in the production of esters, lubricants, antimicrobial agents, and specialty chemicals. Valued for its excellent antimicrobial properties and chemical stability, it is extensively utilized across food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial manufacturing sectors. Its strategic importance lies in its versatility, bio-based origin, and growing demand in high-performance and sustainable formulations.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Octanoic Acid (C8H16O2)
• Purity Level: Typically ≥ 98% (industrial and pharmaceutical grades available)
• Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
• Odor: Mild, characteristic fatty odor
• Molecular Weight: 144.21 g/mol
• Boiling Point: ~239°C
• Density: ~0.91 g/cm³ at 25°C
• Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; highly soluble in organic solvents
• Packaging Options:
  • 180–200 kg HDPE drums
  • 900–1000 kg IBC tanks
  • Bulk ISO tank containers
• Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions (cool, dry, sealed)

3. Core Industrial Applications
Caprylic Acid is a high-value input across multiple industrial sectors due to its functional and performance-enhancing properties.

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used in flavoring agents, preservatives, and as a processing aid due to its antimicrobial activity.
• Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals: Key ingredient in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), antifungal formulations, and drug delivery systems.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Utilized in emollients, surfactants, and ester derivatives for skin and hair care products.
• Chemical Manufacturing: Intermediate for esters used in lubricants, plasticizers, and coatings.
• Agriculture: Applied in eco-friendly pesticides and antimicrobial formulations.

Its superior oxidative stability, rapid absorption profile, and natural antimicrobial properties provide clear advantages over long-chain fatty acids, enhancing product efficiency, shelf life, and formulation performance.

4. Competitive Advantages

• High Purity & Consistency: Reliable quality meeting stringent industrial and pharmaceutical standards
• Secure Supply Chain: Stable sourcing from established feedstocks (coconut and palm kernel derivatives)
• Flexible Logistics: Availability in multiple packaging formats, including bulk transport
• Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing with high functional yield in end-use applications
• Sustainability: Bio-based, biodegradable, and aligned with green chemistry initiatives
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation (COA, MSDS) and formulation guidance available

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): Bulk – 20 Metric Tons
• Loading Capacity: 20–22 MT per 20-ft container (depending on packaging format)