Description

trans-2-Dodecenoic Acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid characterized by its specific trans-configuration at the double bond. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is utilized by industries including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fragrance & flavor production for its role in creating more complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating specific fatty, waxy, or green odor notes in perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research and development for carbon chain elongation, cross-coupling reactions, and as a chiral pool starting material.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Additive: Used in the modification and synthesis of specialty esters for high-performance lubricants and surfactants.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in polymer modification and as a monomer for bio-based polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Dodecenoic Acid
CAS No.	32466-54-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Dodecenoic Acid; trans-Dodec-2-enoic Acid; (E)-Dodec-2-enoic Acid; 2-Dodecenoic Acid, (E)-; β-Dodecenoic Acid; Dodec-2-enoic Acid; 2-trans-Dodecenoic Acid; (2E)-Dodec-2-enoic Acid
EINECS	251-054-5

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Dodecenoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

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 material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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