Description

Cyclododecene is a high-value, cyclic olefin intermediate with significant industrial utility. Its strained ring structure and reactive double bond make it a versatile building block for synthesizing a range of specialty chemicals and polymers. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, polymer, and fine chemical sectors seeking to create advanced materials with specific properties.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediates: A key precursor in the synthesis of macrocyclic musks and other high-value aroma chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a comonomer or cross-linking agent to modify the properties of polyolefins and other polymers, enhancing flexibility or thermal stability.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial starting material for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Employed in the manufacture of specialty additives that improve performance characteristics.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation, and epoxidation to create complex cyclic and polycyclic compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial R&D in catalysis and new material development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclododecene
CAS No.	1501-82-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂
Molecular Weight	166.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclododec-1-ene; 1-Cyclododecene; cis-Cyclododecene; trans-Cyclododecene; Cyclododecylene; (Z)-Cyclododecene; (E)-Cyclododecene; UNII-1R5N6U4B4F
EINECS	216-100-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclododecene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, isomer content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 25°C. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomer Ratio (cis/trans)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.84 - 0.86
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.47 - 1.49

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