Description

n-Dodecylboronic acid is a high-purity organoboron compound, specifically a long-chain alkylboronic acid. This chemical is a critical building block in modern synthetic chemistry, enabling the formation of carbon-carbon bonds with high selectivity and efficiency. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for applications such as Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: A key reagent in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex biaryl and heterobiaryl structures found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its lipophilic chain can influence bioavailability and activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a synthetic precursor for creating organic semiconductors and liquid crystal molecules with tailored electronic and optical properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce boron-containing moieties into polymers, altering their thermal or chemical characteristics.
• Surface Chemistry & Catalysis: Can be immobilized on solid supports to create heterogeneous catalysts or functional surfaces for sensing applications.
• Chemical Research & Process Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Dodecylboronic acid
CAS No.	3038-79-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₇BO₂
Molecular Weight	214.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecylboronic Acid; Laurylboronic Acid; 1-Dodecylboronic Acid; n-Dodecylboronic Acid; Boronic acid, dodecyl-; Dodecaneboronic Acid; Laurylborane, dihydroxy-; (Dodecyl)boronic acid
EINECS	221-250-5

Quality Control

Our n-Dodecylboronic acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with our stringent specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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