Description

Didodecyl Carbonate is a high-purity, long-chain dialkyl carbonate ester, also known as lauryl carbonate. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile, non-polar intermediate and functional additive, prized for its excellent solvency, lubricity, and hydrophobic properties. It is essential for formulators and manufacturers in the personal care, lubricants, and polymer industries seeking stable, high-performance ingredients.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing a non-greasy feel and enhancing spreadability.
• Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive in specialty lubricants, offering high thermal stability, low volatility, and excellent lubricating properties.
• Polymer & Plastic Additives: Used as a plasticizer or processing aid for various polymers to improve flexibility, reduce melt viscosity, and enhance surface finish.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected carbonyl source or a non-reactive solvent in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing.
• Surface Treatments & Coatings: Employed as a hydrophobic agent or leveling agent in coatings, textile finishes, and mold release formulations.
• Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: Utilized as a component in heavy-duty cleaning formulations for its ability to dissolve oils and greases effectively.

Basic Information

Product Name	Didodecyl Carbonate
CAS No.	6627-45-8
Molecular Formula	C25H50O3
Molecular Weight	398.67 g/mol
Synonyms	Dilauryl Carbonate; Carbonate de didodecyle; Di-n-dodecyl carbonate; Lauryl Carbonate; Dodecyl Carbonate (ambiguous); Bis(1-dodecyl) carbonate; Bis(dodecyl) carbonate; Docosyl Carbonate (common name)
EINECS	229-595-1

Quality Control

Our Didodecyl Carbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acidity (as free acid)	≤ 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.86 - 0.88

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