Methyl Octanoate

Name: Methyl Octanoate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039499

About Methyl Octanoate

Listed under CAS 111-11-5, Methyl Octanoate is a high-purity reference standard of Phloroglucinol available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C9H18O2, molecular weight 158.24 g/mol. Alternative names: Methyl N-Octanoate and Methyl caprylate.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a reference sample of Phloroglucinol, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Methyl Octanoate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Related to Phloroglucinol

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Phloroglucinol.

Phloroglucinol impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl Octanoate
Catalogue No.	VQ-039499
CAS Number	111-11-5
IUPAC name	methyl octanoate
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₈O₂
Molecular weight	158.24 g/mol
Exact mass	158.1307
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	JGHZJRVDZXSNKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCC(=O)OC
PubChem CID	8091

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl N-Octanoate, Methyl caprylate, Caprylic acid methyl ester, Octanoic acid methyl ester, Uniphat A20, Methyl octylate, formyl octanoate, Methyl ester of octanoic acid, octanoic acid-methyl ester, C08 FAME, n-Caprylic acid methyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements: P261, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl Octanoate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl Octanoate is 111-11-5. It is also known as Methyl N-Octanoate, Methyl caprylate, Caprylic acid methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl Octanoate?

Methyl Octanoate has the molecular formula C9H18O2 and a molecular weight of 158.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl octanoate.

What is Methyl Octanoate used for?

Methyl Octanoate is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Phloroglucinol. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl Octanoate can I order?

We supply Methyl Octanoate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl Octanoate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl Octanoate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl Octanoate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl Octanoate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.