Description

Cyclododecene is a high-purity, cyclic alkene intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique strained-ring structure makes it a valuable precursor for producing specialty polymers, fine chemicals, and macrocyclic compounds. This product is particularly critical for R&D and manufacturing in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and high-performance materials sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of macrocyclic musks and other complex aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a versatile starting material or intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the creation of specialty polymers with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions, hydrogenation, and other catalytic processes to construct complex organic molecules.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Precursor: Used in the development of synthetic lubricants and performance-enhancing fuel additives.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclododecene
CAS No.	3618-12-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂
Molecular Weight	166.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclododec-1-ene; 1-Cyclododecene; cis-Cyclododecene; (Z)-Cyclododecene; Cyclododecylene; UNII-8V3Y9Q8F2F
EINECS	222-823-5

Quality Control

Our Cyclododecene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with global regulatory frameworks, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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