Overview
10-Hydroxydecanoic acid (CAS 1679-53-4 ), also known as 10-hydroxycapric acid or 10-OH-capric acid, is a hydroxylated medium-chain fatty acid naturally occurring in royal jelly.
It functions as a bioactive building block and stabilizing agent across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and biotechnology applications. In pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, it serves as a precursor for active ingredient development.
This is particularly useful where hydroxylated fatty acid scaffolds are required for drug design. Cosmetic formulators incorporate it into skin care products for its antioxidant and pH-stabilizing properties.
These characteristics support formulation stability in emulsions and serums. Biotechnology researchers use it as a reference standard and biochemical reagent in studies involving royal jelly components.
It is also utilized in lipid metabolism pathways. In specialty personal care formulations, it contributes to preservation system optimization by buffering pH within ranges that enhance the efficacy of other actives.
10-Hydroxydecanoic acid is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder. It is available in research-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications, with purity levels typically at 98% or higher by HPLC.
Packaging ranges from small quantities for laboratory and R&D use to larger bulk formats for industrial formulation and synthesis. Our material meets rigorous quality standards for consistent performance.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 77 °C |
| Boiling Point | 330.8±15.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 1.013±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Color | White to Off-White |
| Form | Solid |
| Log P | 1.847 (est) |
Safety & Handling
Warning GHS07 Hazard Statements H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation Precautionary Statements P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 2918199890 |
| Storage Class | 11 - Combustible Solids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 1679-53-4
- EC Number
- 216-848-1
- Mol. Weight
- 188.26
- HS Code
- 2918199890
- Category
- Pharmaceutical Intermediates