Calcium caprylate
CAS 6107-56-8
EC 228-067-3
Formula C8H16O2.1/2Ca
MW 344.5 g/mol
Salts & Minerals Lubricants & MetalworkingCoatings, Adhesives, Sealants & ElastomersPlastics & Polymers Cross-linking & CuringCatalysisLubrication
Description
Calcium Caprylate (CAS 6107-56-8, EC 228-067-3), also known as Calcium Octoate, Calcium Octanoate, or Calcium Octylate, is the calcium salt of caprylic acid with the formula C8H16O2.1/2Ca. It carries no assigned E-code and is commercially available under trade names such as Octlife Ca.
In coatings and sealant formulations, Calcium Caprylate functions as a drier catalyst and cross-linking promoter, accelerating oxidative curing of alkyd resins by facilitating metal-ion coordination within the polymer network. In lubricant and metalworking applications, it acts as a friction-reducing additive, where the calcium carboxylate structure provides boundary lubrication and mild anti-wear protection.
Calcium Caprylate is subject to REACH registration requirements for supply within the European Economic Area. It is handled under standard chemical procurement frameworks and should be requested with a current Safety Data Sheet confirming grade specification and purity. Buyers should confirm packaging format and lot documentation directly with the supplier.
In coatings and sealant formulations, Calcium Caprylate functions as a drier catalyst and cross-linking promoter, accelerating oxidative curing of alkyd resins by facilitating metal-ion coordination within the polymer network. In lubricant and metalworking applications, it acts as a friction-reducing additive, where the calcium carboxylate structure provides boundary lubrication and mild anti-wear protection.
Calcium Caprylate is subject to REACH registration requirements for supply within the European Economic Area. It is handled under standard chemical procurement frameworks and should be requested with a current Safety Data Sheet confirming grade specification and purity. Buyers should confirm packaging format and lot documentation directly with the supplier.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 238 °C |
| Density | 1.18 g/cm³ |
| Water Solubility | 1.9g/L at 20℃ |
| Vapor Pressure | 0Pa at 25℃ |
| Log P | 1 |
Other Names
Calcium OctoateOctlife CaCalcium octylateCalcium octanoateCaprylic acid calcium
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