Description

12-Azido-1-Dodecanol is a bifunctional organic compound featuring both a terminal azide group and a primary hydroxyl group on a long alkyl chain. This unique structure makes it a versatile building block for click chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of polymers, dendrimers, and bioconjugates via copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC). It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceuticals, materials science, and biotechnology who require a reliable, high-purity linker for surface functionalization and macromolecular assembly.

Application

• Click Chemistry Reagent: A key precursor for CuAAC reactions to create triazole-linked polymers, hydrogels, and dendrimers.
• Bioconjugation: Used to functionalize peptides, proteins, and oligonucleotides for drug delivery systems and diagnostic probes.
• Surface Modification: Enables the covalent attachment of functional layers to nanoparticles, silicon wafers, and polymer surfaces.
• Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or chain extender in the production of specialty polyurethanes and polyesters with azide functionality.
• Materials Science: Integral in developing self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and advanced coatings with tailored surface properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs requiring bio-orthogonal linkages.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Azido-1-Dodecanol
CAS No.	57395-51-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₅N₃O
Molecular Weight	227.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Dodecanol, 12-azido-; 12-Azidododecan-1-ol; ω-Azidododecyl alcohol; Azidododecanol; 12-Azido-1-hydroxy dodecane; N3-C12-OH; 12-Azidododecyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 12-Azido-1-Dodecanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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