Basic information
- Name:
Octanoic acid, 8-amino-
- Superlist Name:
- 8-Aminooctanoic acid
- CAS No.:
1002-57-9
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C8H17NO2
- Molecular Weight:
- 159.23
- Synonyms:
- 8-Aminocaprylicacid;NSC 59019;h-Aminocaprylic acid;w-Aminocaprylic acid;w-Aminooctanoic acid;
- EINECS:
- 213-687-9
- Density:
- 1.002 g/cm3
- Melting Point:
- 194 °C (dec.)(lit.)
- Boiling Point:
- 286 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 126.8 °C
- Appearance:
- White to slightly beige crystalline powder
- Hazard Symbols:
Xi- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 22-24/25-37/39-26 Details
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Chemistry
Molecular Structure:
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Molecular Formula: C8H17NO2
Molecular Weight: 159.2261
IUPAC Name: 8-Aminooctanoic acid
Synonyms of Octanoic acid, 8-amino- (CAS NO.1002-57-9): omega-Aminocaprylic acid ; EINECS 213-687-9 ; NSC 59019 ; 8-Aminooctanoic acid
CAS NO: 1002-57-9
Classification Code: Amino Acids
Melting point: 194 °C
H bond acceptors: 3
H bond donors: 3
Freely Rotating Bonds: 8
Polar Surface Area: 29.54 Å2
Index of Refraction: 1.468
Molar Refractivity: 44.21 cm3
Molar Volume: 158.8 cm3
Surface Tension: 40.6 dyne/cm
Density: 1.002 g/cm3
Flash Point: 126.8 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 57.78 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 286 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 0.000696 mmHg at 25°C
Safety Profile
Hazard Codes of Octanoic acid, 8-amino- (CAS NO.1002-57-9):
Xi
Risk Statements: 36/37/38
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 22-24/25-37/39-26
S22: Do not breathe dust.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK Germany: 3

