Lauryl alcohol, 99%

Name: Lauryl alcohol, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019246

About Lauryl alcohol, 99%

Lauryl alcohol (CAS 112-53-8) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula C12H26O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 186.33 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is dodecan-1-ol. It is also known as Alcohol C12 or Dodecyl alcohol.

It is supplied as a colourless to light yellow liquid to solid. Literature values give a melting point of 22-26 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and pharmaceutical synthesis. Our customers for this product work in food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and polymers and plastics.

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

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lauryl alcohol, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019246
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	99%
HSN code	29051700
InChIKey	LQZZUXJYWNFBMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCO
PubChem CID	8193

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid to solid
Melting point	22-26 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	5.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	Alcohol C12, Dodecyl alcohol, n-Dodecyl alcohol, Lauric alcohol, Laurinic alcohol, Undecyl carbinol, Dodecylalcohol, 1-Hydroxydodecane, Pisol, 1-Dodecyl alcohol, n-Dodecan-1-ol, Duodecyl alcohol

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

Synthesis

1-Dodecanol, 98%

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

VQ-009945

Puriss

1-Dodecanol, puriss, 99.5%+

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

VQ-009946

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lauryl alcohol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Lauryl alcohol, 99% is 112-53-8. It is also known as Alcohol C12, Dodecyl alcohol, n-Dodecyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lauryl alcohol, 99%?

Lauryl alcohol, 99% 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 Lauryl alcohol, 99% can I order?

We supply Lauryl alcohol, 99% in Synthesis (99%) 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 Lauryl alcohol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Lauryl alcohol, 99% 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 Lauryl alcohol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lauryl alcohol, 99% 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.