Description

Silver Laurate is a metal carboxylate salt of lauric acid, a key compound in the synthesis of advanced materials and catalysts. Its unique properties make it a valuable precursor for creating conductive inks, antimicrobial coatings, and specialized catalysts in fine chemical synthesis. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the electronics, polymer, and specialty chemical industries seeking to leverage silver's functionality in organic matrices.

Application

• Conductive Inks and Pastes: Acts as a key precursor for formulating silver-based conductive inks used in printed electronics, flexible circuits, and RFID antennas.
• Antimicrobial Coatings and Additives: Serves as a source of silver ions for developing durable antimicrobial surfaces in textiles, medical devices, and polymers.
• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of heterogeneous catalysts for oxidation reactions and other organic transformations.
• Polymer Additive: Imparts specific electrical or antimicrobial properties to specialty polymer composites and masterbatches.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel nanomaterials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and composite materials.
• Lubricant and Grease Additive: Functions as a friction modifier or extreme pressure additive in the formulation of high-performance specialty lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silver Laurate
CAS No.	18268-45-6
Molecular Formula	C12H23AgO2
Molecular Weight	307.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver Dodecanoate; Lauric Acid Silver Salt; Dodecanoic Acid, Silver Salt; Silver(I) Laurate; Docosanoic Acid, Silver Derivative; Silver Monolaurate; AgLa; Silver C12
EINECS	242-149-0

Quality Control

Our Silver Laurate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure consistency and high purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Argentometric Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Silver (Ag) Content	34.0 - 36.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Particle Size (D50)	Contact for details

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