Description

4-Dodecylphenol is a high-purity, long-chain alkylphenol derivative, serving as a critical intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a hydrophobic dodecyl chain attached to a phenolic ring, provides excellent surfactant properties and reactivity for further chemical modification. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Acts as a key monomer or chain transfer agent in the production of phenolic resins, epoxy resins, and polycarbonates.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing detergents and dispersants that prevent sludge and deposit formation in engine oils and industrial lubricants.
• Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Used in the manufacture of nonionic surfactants for industrial cleaning formulations, textile processing, and agrochemical emulsions.
• Chemical Intermediate: A vital building block for the synthesis of antioxidants, UV stabilizers, and other specialty organic compounds.
• Rubber & Plastic Additives: Functions as a plasticizer or stabilizer component to improve the processing and aging characteristics of elastomers and plastics.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in the formulation of demulsifiers and corrosion inhibitors for crude oil processing and recovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Dodecylphenol
CAS No.	27459-10-5
Molecular Formula	C18H30O
Molecular Weight	262.43 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Dodecylphenol; 1-Hydroxy-4-dodecylbenzene; 4-(1-Dodecyl)phenol; Laurylphenol; p-Laurylphenol; Phenol, 4-dodecyl-; Dodecylphenol (mixed isomers); 4-n-Dodecylphenol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Dodecylphenol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous in-house specifications, which typically include identity confirmation by FT-IR, purity assessment by GC or HPLC, and control of key impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Color (APHA)	≤ 50
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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