Methyl octanoate (caprylate) is a pleasant, orange-like fatty acid methyl ester derived from octanoic acid from coconut oil. It is insoluble in water but readily dissolves in alcohols, oils, paraffins, and other organic solvents. The mainstream uses of methyl octanoate include: emulsifier plasticizer fruity, orange, citrus odorant masking agent lubricant wetting agent paint additive ink solvent carrier oil in agricultural formulas