4-hydroxyhexanoic acid Property

Melting point:

177 °C

Boiling point:

140 °C(Press: 10 Torr)

Density 

1.100±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

pka

4.62±0.10(Predicted)

LogP

0.106 (est)

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements

P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

P310Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

4-hydroxyhexanoic acid Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Uses

4-Hydroxycaproic Acid can be used for its good anti-rust and lubrication performance.

Definition

ChEBI: DL-4-hydroxy caproic acid is a carbonyl compound.