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  4. Octanoic acid

Octanoic acid  (Synonyms: Caprylic acid)

Cat. No.: HY-41417 Purity: 99.70%
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Octanoic acid (Caprylic acid) is an oily liquid with a slightly unpleasant rancid taste and used commercially in the production of esters used in perfumery and also in the manufacture of dyes. Octanoic acid is also a tremor-suppressing agent.

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Octanoic acid Chemical Structure

Octanoic acid Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 124-07-2

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Description

Octanoic acid (Caprylic acid) is an oily liquid with a slightly unpleasant rancid taste and used commercially in the production of esters used in perfumery and also in the manufacture of dyes. Octanoic acid is also a tremor-suppressing agent[1][2].

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Human Endogenous Metabolite

 

Cellular Effect
Cell Line Type Value Description References
CHO EC50
> 100 μM
Compound: 16
Agonist activity at recombinant human GPR84 expressed in CHO cell membranes co-expressing beta-arrestin2 assessed as beta-arrestin 2 recruitment measured after 90 mins by beta-galactosidase based PathHunter assay
Agonist activity at recombinant human GPR84 expressed in CHO cell membranes co-expressing beta-arrestin2 assessed as beta-arrestin 2 recruitment measured after 90 mins by beta-galactosidase based PathHunter assay
[PMID: 31721581]
CHO EC50
> 100 μM
Compound: 16
Agonist activity at recombinant human GPR84 expressed in CHO cell membranes co-expressing beta-arrestin2 assessed as inhibition of forskolin-stimulated [3H]cAMP accumulation preincubated for 5 mins followed by forskolin stimulation and measured after 15 m
Agonist activity at recombinant human GPR84 expressed in CHO cell membranes co-expressing beta-arrestin2 assessed as inhibition of forskolin-stimulated [3H]cAMP accumulation preincubated for 5 mins followed by forskolin stimulation and measured after 15 m
[PMID: 31721581]
In Vitro

Octanoic acid (0-0.5 mM, 0.5 h) potentiates glucose-stimulated insulin secretion (GSIS) in MIN6 cells, via Olfr15 though the PLC-IP3 pathway[4].
Octanoic acid (0-10 mM, 48 h) induces neurite outgrowth in PC12 cells, and activates p38 MAPK and ERK pathways[5].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Octanoic acid Related Antibodies

Western Blot Analysis[5]

Cell Line: PC12 cells
Concentration: 3 mM
Incubation Time: 0-24 h
Result: Increased p38 MAPK, ERK, and JNK level.
In Vivo

Octanoic acid (1500 mg/kg, i.p.) inhibits harmaline tremor in mouse model of essential tremor[1].
Octanoic acid (150 mg/kg, oral gavage) shows protective effects in the mouse model of PD induced by MPTP (HY-15608)[2].
Octanoic acid (1.3 mg, p.o.) promotes branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) catabolism in rats by activating BCKDC via decreasing the bound form of BCKDH kinase (BDK)[3].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
Clinical Trial
Molecular Weight

144.21

Formula

C8H16O2
CAS No.
Appearance

Liquid (Density: 0.91 g/cm3)

Color

Colorless to light yellow

SMILES

CCCCCCCC(O)=O
Structure Classification
Initial Source
Shipping

Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
Storage

Store at room temperature 3 years

In solvent -80°C 2 years
-20°C 1 year
Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (693.43 mM; ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

Preparing
Stock Solutions
Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 6.9343 mL 34.6717 mL 69.3433 mL
5 mM 1.3869 mL 6.9343 mL 13.8687 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

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In Vivo:

Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (14.42 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
  • Protocol 2

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

    Solubility: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (14.42 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (20.8 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

    Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL  DMSO (Stock solution concentration: mg/mL).
The concentration of the stock solution you require exceeds the measured solubility. The following solution is for reference only. If necessary, please contact MedChemExpress (MCE).
Method for preparing in vivo working solution for animal experiments: Take μL DMSO stock solution, add μL . μL , mix evenly, next add μL Tween 80, mix evenly, then add μL Saline.
 If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation

Purity: 99.70%

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Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 2 years; -20°C, 1 year. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 2 years. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 year.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
DMSO 1 mM 6.9343 mL 34.6717 mL 69.3433 mL 173.3583 mL
5 mM 1.3869 mL 6.9343 mL 13.8687 mL 34.6717 mL
10 mM 0.6934 mL 3.4672 mL 6.9343 mL 17.3358 mL
15 mM 0.4623 mL 2.3114 mL 4.6229 mL 11.5572 mL
20 mM 0.3467 mL 1.7336 mL 3.4672 mL 8.6679 mL
25 mM 0.2774 mL 1.3869 mL 2.7737 mL 6.9343 mL
30 mM 0.2311 mL 1.1557 mL 2.3114 mL 5.7786 mL
40 mM 0.1734 mL 0.8668 mL 1.7336 mL 4.3340 mL
50 mM 0.1387 mL 0.6934 mL 1.3869 mL 3.4672 mL
60 mM 0.1156 mL 0.5779 mL 1.1557 mL 2.8893 mL
80 mM 0.0867 mL 0.4334 mL 0.8668 mL 2.1670 mL
100 mM 0.0693 mL 0.3467 mL 0.6934 mL 1.7336 mL
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