Description

2-Bromododecanoic Acid is a versatile brominated fatty acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to introduce a long alkyl chain with a reactive bromine handle, enabling the construction of complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of lipid-based drug molecules, prodrugs, and bioactive compounds targeting metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create surfactants, emulsifiers, and active ingredients for herbicides and pesticides with tailored properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or modifier for producing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and surface-active agents.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in nucleophilic substitution reactions, chain elongation, and as a starting material for preparing other dodecanoic acid derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic studies and as a tool compound for investigating enzyme interactions with modified fatty acids.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Intermediate for manufacturing high-performance esters and additives that enhance lubricity and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromododecanoic Acid
CAS No.	111-56-8
Molecular Formula	C12H23BrO2
Molecular Weight	279.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromolauric Acid; α-Bromododecanoic Acid; 2-Bromododecylic Acid; Dodecanoic acid, 2-bromo-; NSC 403124; Bromolauric Acid; α-Bromolauric Acid; 2-Bromododecoic Acid
EINECS	203-882-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromododecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 frameworks.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	38°C - 42°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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