13040-18-1

Basic information

• Product Name: potassium decanoate
• Synonyms: potassium decanoate;Decanoic acid, potassium salt;POTASSIUMN-DECANOATE;Capric acid potassium salt;Potassium caprinate
• CAS NO: 13040-18-1
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₉O₂*K
• Molecular Weight: 210.35496
• EINECS: 235-910-9
• Mol File: 13040-18-1.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 269.6°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 121.8°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.00355mmHg at 25°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: potassium decanoate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: potassium decanoate(13040-18-1)
• EPA Substance Registry System: potassium decanoate(13040-18-1)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 13040-18-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Potassium decanoate, also known as potassium caprate or decanoic acid potassium salt, is a type of potassium salt derived from decanoic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. It is primarily used in the food industry as an emulsifier, with the European Union labeling it as E470a. In addition, it is also utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for its medicinal properties, including reducing stomach acid and treating certain skin disorders. While it is generally considered safe for human consumption, overdoses can potentially cause hyperkalemia, a condition characterized by excessive levels of potassium in the blood.

Uses

Used in Food Industry:
Potassium decanoate is used as an emulsifier for [improving the stability and texture of food products]. It helps in maintaining the uniform distribution of ingredients in food, preventing separation and improving the overall quality.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Potassium decanoate is used as a medicinal agent for [reducing stomach acid and treating certain skin disorders]. Its properties help in alleviating symptoms related to excessive stomach acid and provide relief from skin conditions.
Used in Antacid Formulations:
Potassium decanoate is used as an antacid for [neutralizing stomach acid and providing relief from heartburn and indigestion]. It helps in reducing the acidity in the stomach, thus offering comfort to individuals suffering from these issues.
Used in Topical Medications:
Potassium decanoate is used as a topical medication for [treating skin disorders and providing relief from itching and inflammation]. It aids in soothing the skin and reducing the symptoms associated with various skin conditions.

InChI:InChI=1/C10H20O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10(11)12;/h2-9H2,1H3,(H,11,12);/q;+1/p-1

Upstream product

• 334-48-5 1-decanoic acid 

Downstream Products

• 15773-52-1 lead(II) neodecanoate 

Related news

The enthalpy of micellization of potassium decanoate (cas 13040-18-1) in solutions of H2O and D2O determined with microcalorimetry09/03/2019

The microcalorimetrically determined heat of dilution data are used to evaluate the enthalpy of micellization at the CMC (ΔHM) for potassium decanoate in H2O and D2O. The values for ΔHM based on a mass-action model are in good agreement with those determined graphically. That ΔHM in D2O is hi...detailed

Relevant articles and documents

Fatty acid potassium had beneficial bactericidal effects and removed Staphylococcus aureus biofilms while exhibiting reduced cytotoxicity towards mouse fibroblasts and human keratinocytes

Wounds frequently become infected or contaminated with bacteria. Potassium oleate (C18:1K), a type of fatty acid potassium, caused >4 log colony-forming unit (CFU)/mL reductions in the numbers of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli within 10 min and a >2 log CFU/mL reduction in the number of Clostridium difficile within 1 min. C18:1K (proportion removed: 90.3%) was significantly more effective at removing Staphylococcus aureus biofilms than the synthetic surfactant detergents sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) (74.8%, p 0.01) and sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) (78.0%, p 0.05). In the WST (water-soluble tetrazolium) assay, mouse fibroblasts (BALB/3T3 clone A31) in C18:1K (relative viability vs. control: 102.8%) demonstrated a significantly higher viability than those in SLES (30.1%) or SLS (18.1%, p 0.05). In a lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) leakage assay, C18:1K (relative leakage vs. control: 108.9%) was found to be associated with a significantly lower LDH leakage from mouse fibroblasts than SLES or SLS (720.6% and 523.4%, respectively; p 0.05). Potassium oleate demonstrated bactericidal effects against various species including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Bacillus cereus, and Clostridium difficile; removed significantly greater amounts of Staphylococcus aureus biofilm material than SLES and SLS; and maintained fibroblast viability; therefore, it might be useful for wound cleaning and peri-wound skin.