1-Dodecanol, 98%

Name: 1-Dodecanol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-009945

About 1-Dodecanol, 98%

1-Dodecanol (CAS 112-53-8) is an alcohol building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C12H26O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 186.33 g/mol. Systematically, it is named dodecan-1-ol. Common synonyms include Alcohol C12 and Dodecyl alcohol.

The material typically appears as a white to colourless liquid to solid. Key physical data: a melting point of 22-26 °C and a density of 0.833 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span pharmaceutical synthesis, polymer and resin production, food and flavour applications and fuels and lubricants. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L and 170 kg packs, 1-Dodecanol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical synthesis
Polymer & resin production
Food & flavour applications
Fuels & lubricants
Surfactants & detergency

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Dodecanol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009945
CAS Number	112-53-8
IUPAC name	dodecan-1-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₂₆O
Molecular weight	186.33 g/mol
Exact mass	186.1984
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29051700
InChIKey	LQZZUXJYWNFBMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCO
PubChem CID	8193

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	White to colourless liquid to solid
Melting point	22-26 °C
Density	0.833 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	5.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	Alcohol C12, Dodecyl alcohol, Lauryl alcohol, n-Dodecyl alcohol, Lauric alcohol, Laurinic alcohol, Undecyl carbinol, Dodecylalcohol, 1-Hydroxydodecane, Pisol, 1-Dodecyl alcohol, n-Dodecan-1-ol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P273, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 112-53-8

Puriss

1-Dodecanol, puriss, 99.5%+

CAS: 112-53-8
Formula: C₁₂H₂₆O
MW: 186.33 g/mol

VQ-009946

Synthesis

Lauryl alcohol, 99%

CAS: 112-53-8
Formula: C₁₂H₂₆O
MW: 186.33 g/mol

VQ-019246

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Dodecanol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Dodecanol, 98% is 112-53-8. It is also known as Alcohol C12, Dodecyl alcohol, Lauryl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Dodecanol, 98%?

1-Dodecanol, 98% has the molecular formula C12H26O and a molecular weight of 186.33 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dodecan-1-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Dodecanol, 98% can I order?

We supply 1-Dodecanol, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 170 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Dodecanol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Dodecanol, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1-Dodecanol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Dodecanol, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 3077), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.