Description

Tridodecylamine CAS NO 102-87-4 is a high-purity tertiary amine characterized by its long alkyl chains, making it a valuable intermediate and extractant in specialized chemical synthesis. Its strong basicity and solubility in organic solvents are key properties that drive its utility in industrial processes. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and metallurgical sectors requiring a selective reagent or phase-transfer catalyst.

Application

• Metal Extraction & Hydrometallurgy: Acts as a selective liquid-liquid extractant for the separation and purification of precious and rare-earth metals from aqueous solutions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and quaternary ammonium compounds.
• Catalyst & Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Utilized in organic synthesis reactions to facilitate the migration of reactants between immiscible phases, improving reaction rates and yields.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty chemical formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial systems.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: Used as a precursor for manufacturing cationic surfactants with specific emulsifying and antimicrobial properties.
• Ion-Selective Electrodes & Sensors: Functions as an ionophore in the membrane of electrodes designed to detect specific ions in analytical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tridodecylamine
CAS No.	102-87-4
Molecular Formula	C36H75N
Molecular Weight	522.0 g/mol
Synonyms	Tridodecylamine; Tri-n-dodecylamine; N,N-Didodecyldodecan-1-amine; Laurylamine, N,N-didodecyl-; Dodecylamine, N,N-didodecyl-; 1-Dodecanamine, N,N-didodecyl-; Tris(dodecyl)amine; TLA
EINECS	203-068-1

Quality Control

Our Tridodecylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Density (at 20°C)	0.81 - 0.83 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.450 - 1.455

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.