Description

2-Dodecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with the CAS registry number 10203-28-8, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and performance additive. It matters to industries requiring consistent raw materials for synthesis, where its defined carbon chain length ensures predictable reactivity and product outcomes. This compound is needed by manufacturers in the fragrance, surfactant, lubricant, and plasticizer sectors seeking reliable quality for their formulations.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediates: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing esters and other aroma chemicals used in perfumes and food flavorings.
• Surfactant and Detergent Production: Used in the manufacture of nonionic surfactants, emulsifiers, and cleaning agents for industrial and household applications.
• Lubricant and Grease Additives: Acts as a precursor for synthetic lubricants and as an additive to enhance the performance characteristics of industrial greases.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Modification: Employed in the production of plasticizers to improve the flexibility of polymers like PVC and in the synthesis of specialty polymers.
• Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Excipients: Functions as an emollient, thickener, or carrier in topical formulations and cosmetic products.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A crucial starting material for organic synthesis, including oxidation to dodecanoic acid or conversion to various dodecyl derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Dodecanol
CAS No.	10203-28-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₆O
Molecular Weight	186.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecan-2-ol; sec-Dodecyl Alcohol; 2-Hydroxydodecane; Methyl decyl carbinol; Lauryl alcohol, secondary; Secondary dodecyl alcohol; 1-Methylundecyl alcohol
EINECS	233-512-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Dodecanol is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques like GC and HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.444
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.825 - 0.835

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