Description

1-Cyclododecylethan-1-One is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone characterized by its unique 12-membered ring structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, offering a rigid, lipophilic framework. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer sectors for developing novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Acts as a key precursor for synthesizing macrocyclic musk compounds and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a sophisticated building block for creating novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring lipophilic, conformationally constrained scaffolds.
• Specialty Polymer Chemistry: Used in the development of polymers with specific thermal and mechanical properties, where the cyclododecane ring can influence chain packing and material performance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions, reductions, and ring-opening polymerizations, as a robust starting material.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Investigated as a core component in the design of liquid crystalline materials and other functional organic materials.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Provides a bulky, hydrophobic backbone for the design of novel organometallic catalysts and ligands used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Cyclododecylethan-1-One
CAS No.	28925-00-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₆O
Molecular Weight	210.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclododecyl methyl ketone; Methyl cyclododecyl ketone; 1-Acetylcyclododecane; 1-Cyclododecyl ethanone; Ethanone, 1-cyclododecyl-; Acetylcyclododecane; 1-(Cyclododecyl)ethanone
EINECS	249-312-9

Quality Control

Our 1-Cyclododecylethan-1-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.