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1-Dodecanol (Lauryl alcohol)
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1-Dodecanol, also called lauryl alcohol, is a primary fatty alcohol used primarily in detergents, surfactants, and personal care products for its emulsifying and lubricating properties. It’s also used in plasticizers, solvents, and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis. This chemical has a CAS number of 112-53-8, with the molecular formula C12H26O and a molecular weight of 186.3342. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries no signal word under standard handling. Molekula supplies 1-Dodecanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 40310558
- CAS Number
- 112-53-8
- IUPAC Name
- dodecan-1-ol
- EC Number
- 203-982-0
- Molecular Formula
- C12H26O
- Molecular Weight
- 186.3342
- Exact Mass
- 186.1984
- SMILES
- CCCCCCCCCCCCO
- InChIKey
- LQZZUXJYWNFBMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C12H26O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13/h13H,2-12H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 8193
Synonyms
- 1-DODECANOL
- 1-Hydroxydodecane
- Dodecan-1-ol
- Dodecyl alcohol
- Lauric alcohol
- Laurinic alcohol
- Lauryl alcohol
- n-Dodecyl alcohol
- Pisol
- Undecyl carbinol
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless solid
- Odour
- Fatty repulsive odor
- Melting Point
- 24 °C
- Boiling Point
- 259 °C at 760 mmHg
- Water Solubility
- 4 mg/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in ethanol, ether; slightly soluble in benzene
- Vapour Pressure
- 1.3 Pa at 24 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4400
- log P (octanol/water)
- 5.13
Source: PubChem CID 8193 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Dodecanol (Lauryl alcohol) commonly used for?
1-Dodecanol is primarily used in the production of detergents, surfactants, emulsifiers, and as a raw material for synthetic lubricants, plasticizers, and personal care products like soaps and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Dodecanol?
The chemical formula is **C₁₂H₂₆O**, and the molecular weight is **186.3342 g/mol**.
How should 1-Dodecanol be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
What grades of 1-Dodecanol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical-grade 1-Dodecanol** suitable for industrial applications; purity specifications are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Dodecanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Dodecanol in **bulk (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads)** depending on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of 1-Dodecanol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list; additional documentation like a Certificate of Origin may be provided upon request.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.