Description

11-Oxododecanoic acid is a high-purity, long-chain keto fatty acid derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both a carboxylic acid and a ketone group, which enables its use in constructing complex molecules for pharmaceuticals and specialty polymers. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and production units in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking reliable building blocks for active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotriene analogs, and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced plant growth regulators and pesticide active ingredients.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polyesters, polyamides, and coatings with unique properties.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Intermediate for the synthesis of macrocyclic musks and other complex aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for carbon chain elongation and introducing ketone functionalities.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Precursor for synthesizing specialized ester-based additives that modify viscosity and surface activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Oxododecanoic acid
CAS No.	2388-78-5
Molecular Formula	C12H22O3
Molecular Weight	214.30 g/mol
Synonyms	11-Oxododecanoic Acid; 11-Oxolauric Acid; 12-Oxo-1-dodecanoic Acid; ω-Oxolauric Acid; 11-Ketododecanoic Acid; 11-Oxo-dodecansäure (German); UNII-8Q8S5519WQ; 1-Dodecanoic acid, 12-oxo-
EINECS	219-211-9

Quality Control

Our 11-Oxododecanoic acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all commercial shipments, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78 - 82 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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