Description

Dodecane,1,1'-Selenobis- is an organoselenium compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. This compound serves as a versatile reagent and precursor, offering unique reactivity due to the selenium-selenium bond within its molecular structure. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial chemists in the development of novel catalysts, functional materials, and as a building block in organic synthesis for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Used in the synthesis of selenium-containing catalysts for organic transformations.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a cross-linking agent or functional monomer in the development of specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules for drug discovery and development.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of novel chalcogenide materials and semiconductors.
• Lubricant Additive Synthesis: Used to develop extreme-pressure and anti-wear additives for advanced lubricant formulations.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Potential precursor for the deposition of thin selenium-containing films.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecane,1,1'-Selenobis-
CAS No.	5819-01-2
Molecular Formula	C24H50Se2
Molecular Weight	500.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Didodecyl Diselenide; 1,1'-Diselanediylbis(dodecane); Dodecyl Diselenide; Di-n-dodecyl Diselenide; Bis(1-dodecyl) Diselenide; n-Dodecyl Diselenide; Diselenium Di(dodecyl); Lauryl Diselenide
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Quality Control

Our Dodecane,1,1'-Selenobis- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, GC, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Selenium Content	31.0 - 32.5 %
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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