Capryl caprate
Capryl caprate, also known as decyl decanoate, is a compound isolated from the tergite glands of virgin queen honey bees (Apis mellifera) . This ester is of interest in chemical ecology research for studying pheromone communication and can be utilized in both in vitro assays and in vivo behavioral experiments with insects.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
1654-86-0
Product Name Alternative
Capryl caprate, Decanoic acid, decyl ester, Decanoic acid decyl ester, Decyl decanoate
Purity
98.46% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:1 mg/mL (3.2 mM)
Smiles
CCCCCCCCCCOC (=O) CCCCCCCCC
Molecular Formula
C20H40O2
Molecular Weight
312.53
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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