Description

12-(Para-Nitrophenoxy)Dodecanoic Acid CAS NO 230613-81-7 is a specialized organic compound featuring a long alkyl chain terminated with a carboxylic acid and a para-nitrophenoxy moiety. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and advanced material science. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring lipophilic linkers or prodrug strategies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for introducing specific chemical groups into polymer backbones to alter properties like hydrophobicity or biodegradability.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Material Research: Employed in the design of organic semiconductors, liquid crystal compounds, and other functional organic materials due to its rod-like molecular structure.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Useful in biochemical research for attaching reporter molecules or drugs to lipids, proteins, or other biomolecules.
• Surface Chemistry & Coatings: Can be used to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) or modify surfaces to introduce specific chemical functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-(Para-Nitrophenoxy)Dodecanoic Acid
CAS No.	230613-81-7
Molecular Formula	C18H27NO5
Molecular Weight	337.41 g/mol
Synonyms	12-(4-Nitrophenoxy)dodecanoic acid; 4-Nitrophenyl 11-carboxyundecyl ether; Lauric acid, 12-(p-nitrophenoxy)-; Dodecanoic acid, 12-(4-nitrophenoxy)-; p-Nitrophenoxydodecanoic acid; 12-(4-Nitrophenoxy)lauric acid; 12-(p-Nitrophenoxy)dodecanoic acid; LA-12
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 12-(Para-Nitrophenoxy)Dodecanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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