Molekula
Dodecanal
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Dodecanal is a saturated aldehyde used in fragrance and flavor formulations. It exhibits a waxy, floral aroma and is commonly employed in perfumery and cosmetic products. Available in 100g, 500g, and 1kg packaging, it has a molecular weight of 184.32 g/mol, a CAS number of 112-54-9, and a molecular formula of CH3(CH2)10CHO. Store at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Dodecanal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4320 ~ 1.437 |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Relative density | 0.825 ~ 0.8360 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | ≤10.0% |
| alpha tocopherol | ≤0.05% |
| Benzoguanamine | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 101 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 44.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 185 °C at 100 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils, propylene glycol (may be turbid); insoluble in glycerol, water |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.01 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 8194 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034103 |
| CAS Number | 112-54-9 |
| IUPAC Name | dodecanal |
| EC Number | 203-983-6 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)10CHO |
| Molecular Weight | 184.32 |
| Exact Mass | 184.1827 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCC=O |
| InChIKey | HFJRKMMYBMWEAD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H24O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13/h12H,2-11H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8194 |
| UN Number | UN3082 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29121900 |
| Tariff Code | 2912190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Dodecanaldehyde
- Dodecyl aldehyde
- Duodecylic aldehyde
- Lauraldehyde
- Lauric aldehyde
- Lauryl aldehyde
- n-Dodecanal
- n-Dodecyl aldehyde
- n-Dodecylic aldehyde
- n-Lauraldehyde
Frequently asked questions
What is Dodecanal used for?
Dodecanal is primarily used in fragrance and flavor formulations due to its waxy, floral aroma.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Dodecanal?
The formula is CH3(CH2)10CHO with a molecular weight of 184.32 g/mol.
How should Dodecanal be stored?
Dodecanal should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and moisture.
What grade of Dodecanal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Dodecanal in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply Dodecanal in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Dodecanal in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Dodecanal order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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