| Description | Monocaprin is a 1-monoglyceride of capric acid that has antimicrobial activity against enveloped viruses, certain bacteria, and the yeast Candida albicans. |
| In vitro | C. albicans对monocaprin的敏感性最高，但S. mutans也展现出了相当的敏感性[1]。 |
| molecular weight | 246.34 |
| Molecular formula | C13H26O4 |
| CAS | 2277-23-8 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 55 mg/mL (223.26 mM) |
| References | 1. Thorgeirsdóttir TO, et al. Antimicrobial activity of monocaprin: a monoglyceride with potential use as a denture disinfectant. Acta Odontol Scand. 2006 Feb;64(1):21-6. |