Description

Mono-Dodecyl Itaconate is a specialty ester derived from itaconic acid, serving as a versatile monomer and chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce hydrophobic, long-chain alkyl groups into polymer backbones, significantly modifying material properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries for developing advanced materials with tailored performance characteristics.

Application

• Polymer Modification: Used as a co-monomer to impart hydrophobicity, flexibility, and low-temperature properties to acrylic, vinyl, and styrenic copolymers.
• Surface Coatings & Inks: Incorporated into resin formulations for coatings, adhesives, and printing inks to enhance water resistance, adhesion, and film formation.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of additives that improve lubricity, detergency, and cold-flow properties.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed in the synthesis of emulsifiers, thickeners, and film-forming agents for creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Specialty Surfactants: Serves as a key building block for producing novel anionic and nonionic surfactants with specific solubility profiles.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for creating more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mono-Dodecyl Itaconate
CAS No.	107615-60-1
Molecular Formula	C17H30O4
Molecular Weight	298.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyl Hydrogen Itaconate; Lauryl Hydrogen Itaconate; 2-(Dodecyloxy)-2-oxoacetic Acid; 1-Dodecyl Itaconate; Itaconic Acid Mono-Dodecyl Ester; Itaconic Acid Monolauryl Ester; 2-Carboxy-3-butenoic Acid Dodecyl Ester; Monolauryl Itaconate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mono-Dodecyl Itaconate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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