Description

Dodeca-4,8-Dienedioic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain diunsaturated dicarboxylic acid with significant utility as a specialty chemical intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring two double bonds and two terminal carboxylic acid groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced polymers, resins, and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production in sectors demanding precise molecular architecture, such as high-performance materials, pharmaceuticals, and specialty adhesives.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: A key monomer for producing novel polyamides, polyesters, and alkyd resins, imparting flexibility and specific chemical resistance.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Adhesives & Coatings: Used to formulate advanced adhesives, sealants, and coating materials with enhanced durability and performance characteristics.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Employed in the creation of synthetic lubricants and fuel additives that improve efficiency and reduce wear.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a versatile intermediate for manufacturing complex organic compounds, including flavors, fragrances, and agrochemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Utilized in thermoset polymer systems to create cross-linked networks that improve thermal and mechanical stability.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for chemical research, material science exploration, and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodeca-4,8-Dienedioic Acid
CAS No.	14277-14-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O₄
Molecular Weight	226.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4,8-Dodecadienedioic Acid; Dodecadienedioic Acid; 4,8-Dodecadiene-1,12-dioic Acid; (4E,8E)-Dodeca-4,8-dienedioic Acid; (E,E)-4,8-Dodecadienedioic Acid; trans,trans-4,8-Dodecadienedioic Acid; 1,12-Dodecadienedioic Acid; Dodeca-4,8-diene-1,12-dioic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dodeca-4,8-Dienedioic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent lot-to-lot quality. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with all shipments, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding applications in pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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