Description

• General description: Octanoic acid is a fatty acid mainly found in butter[1], edible oils[2] and milk of various species.[3]
• Application: Characterization and drug solubilization of arginine-based ionic liquids - Impact of counterions and stoichiometry.: This study discusses the solubilization properties of arginine-based ionic liquids with octanoic acid as a counterion, highlighting their potential in enhancing drug delivery systems through improved drug solubility (Wang et al., 2024). Chemical Characterization of Terpene-Based Hydrophobic Eutectic Solvents and Their Application for Pb(II) Complexation during Solvent Extraction Procedure.: Research investigates the use of octanoic acid in the synthesis of novel terpene-based eutectic solvents, focusing on their application in heavy metal extraction. This study is crucial for environmental chemistry, offering a sustainable alternative for pollutant removal (Suljkanović et al., 2024).Green and Efficient Extraction of Phenolic Components from Plants with Supramolecular Solvents: Experimental and Theoretical Studies.: This research utilizes octanoic acid in the development of supramolecular solvents for the extraction of phenolic compounds from plants. The study focuses on optimizing extraction efficiency and sustainability, enhancing the production of natural antioxidants (Xia et al., 2024).