Description

12-Nitrododecanoic Acid is a specialized long-chain nitro fatty acid, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of the nitro group, which can be readily transformed into other functional moieties such as amines, hydroxylamines, or carbonyls, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries who require high-purity building blocks for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring long aliphatic chains with modifiable terminal groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized surfactants, plant growth regulators, and active ingredients for crop protection agents.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizer for creating specialty polyamides, polyesters, and other polymers with unique surface or bulk properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Michael addition reactions, Henry reactions, and reductive amination processes to introduce the dodecanoic acid backbone.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing high-performance, environmentally compliant corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Used to develop advanced ester-based additives that enhance the performance and stability of synthetic lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Nitrododecanoic Acid
CAS No.	32571-74-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₃NO₄
Molecular Weight	245.32 g/mol
Synonyms	ω-Nitrododecanoic Acid; 12-Nitro Lauric Acid; Dodecanoic acid, 12-nitro-; 12-Nitrolauric Acid; ω-Nitrododecanoic Acid; 12-Nitro-dodecanoic acid; Lauric acid, 12-nitro-; 12-Nitro C12 Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 12-Nitrododecanoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, and we support compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, reducing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate chemical hygiene practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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