Description

Dodecylethyl Ketone CAS NO 18787-66-1 is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone characterized by its specific carbon chain length and functional group. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis, offering a balance of lipophilicity and reactivity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries for the production of fine chemicals, plasticizers, and performance additives.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Acts as a key building block for synthesizing musk-like aromatic compounds and other specialty odorants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals requiring specific alkyl chain lengths.
• Polymer Additive and Plasticizer Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of specialized plasticizers, stabilizers, and other performance-enhancing additives for polymers.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a high-boiling, non-polar solvent for resins, coatings, and chemical reactions where standard solvents are inadequate.
• Lubricant and Surfactant Intermediate: Serves as a chemical feedstock for manufacturing specialized lubricant components and non-ionic surfactants.
• Research and Development: Used in organic chemistry R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecylethyl Ketone
CAS No.	18787-66-1
Molecular Formula	C15H30O
Molecular Weight	226.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentadecanone; Ethyl Dodecyl Ketone; 1-Dodecyl-1-propanone; Pentadecan-2-one; Dodecyl Ethyl Ketone; Ketone, Dodecyl Ethyl; NSC 66496
EINECS	242-563-1

Quality Control

Our Dodecylethyl Ketone is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use in fragrance, pharmaceutical intermediate, and specialty chemical applications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830 g/mL

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