Description

4-Methoxybenzoic Acid Dodecyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, also known as dodecyl 4-methoxybenzoate. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its lipophilic character and stability. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty polymer industries for formulating advanced products.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a non-greasy emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Used as a fixative and solvent for fragrance compounds and flavor ingredients due to its low volatility.
• Polymer & Plastic Additives: Functions as a plasticizer and processing aid for specialty resins to improve flexibility and workability.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive component in high-performance lubricants and greases.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• UV Absorber Stabilizer: Can be utilized in formulations requiring light stabilization for coatings and polymer films.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxybenzoic Acid Dodecyl Ester
CAS No.	56954-80-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₃
Molecular Weight	320.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyl 4-Methoxybenzoate; Dodecyl p-Anisate; Lauryl 4-Methoxybenzoate; Lauryl p-Methoxybenzoate; p-Methoxybenzoic Acid Dodecyl Ester; p-Anisic Acid Dodecyl Ester; 4-Methoxybenzoic Acid Lauryl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-methoxy-, dodecyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxybenzoic Acid Dodecyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, appearance, and specific impurities. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources. Under these conditions, the product has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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