Synonym(s)
Caproic acid methyl ester; CAS number: 106-70-7; Hexanoic acid methyl ester; Methyl hexanoates
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Methyl caproate is the methyl ester of caproic acid. Methyl caproate has the linear formula: CH3(CH2)4COOCH3 and is used in cosmetic formulations. The caproic acid methyl ester acts as an emollient (makes the skin supple and smooth) and as a skin care product.
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