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MCT stands for medium-chain triglycerides, a refined oil derived mainly from coconut and palms oils. It is composed almost exclusively of capric acid and caprylic acid, which are the C10 and C8 saturated fatty acids, respectively.
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Product Information
| CAS | 7440-44-0 |
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| Synonyms | Caprylic Capric Triglyceride, Medium-Chain Triglyceride |
| PubChem ID | 91757308 |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Color | 50 max. |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Clear/white oily |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Melting point | < -20 °C |
| Density | 0.9300 - 0.9600 (relative) |
| Molecular formula | C21H39O6- |
| Molecular weight | 387.5 |
| Acid Value | Max 0.10 mg KOH/g |
| Arsenic (As) | Max 0.05 ppm |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Flash Point | > 230 °C |
| Hydroxyl Value | Max 5.0 mg KOH/g |
| Insoluble matter | Max 0.50% |
| Iodide (I) | Max 0.30 g l2/100g |
| Iodine Value | Max 0.30 g l2/100g |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 0.5 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | Max 0.05 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | Max 0.02 ppm |
| Refractive Index | 1.4480 – 1.4500 |
