Compound Q&A
What is Sodium octanoate (CAS: 1984-06-1)?
Answer
Sodium octanoate (CAS: 1984-06-1) is a sodium salt of octanoic acid, with the chemical formula C8H15NaO2. It appears as a white crystalline solid, soluble in water and organic solvents. Sodium octanoate is commonly used in various applications due to its surfactant properties and role as a mild detergent.
About
CAS No
1984-06-1
English Name
Sodium octanoate
Molecular Formula
C8H15NaO2
Molecular Weight
166.19 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey
BYKRNSHANADUFY-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
