Description

12,12'-Iminodidodecanoic Acid is a high-purity, long-chain dicarboxylic acid derivative with an imino linkage, serving as a versatile specialty chemical intermediate. Its unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing high-performance polymers, corrosion inhibitors, and specialty surfactants. This compound is essential for R&D and production in sectors such as advanced materials, lubricant additives, and pharmaceutical synthesis where tailored molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing polyamides, polyesters, and other specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Used in formulating high-efficiency corrosion inhibitors for industrial cooling systems and metalworking fluids.
• Lubricant Additives: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing multifunctional additives that improve lubricity and stability in synthetic oils.
• Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Building block for creating novel non-ionic and cationic surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs.
• Cross-linking Agents: Utilized in epoxy resin systems and coatings to improve cross-link density and chemical resistance.
• Chelating Agents: Intermediate for manufacturing chelating agents used in water treatment and detergent formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	12,12'-Iminodidodecanoic Acid
CAS No.	63071-78-3
Molecular Formula	C24H45NO4
Molecular Weight	411.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecanedioic acid, 12,12'-iminobis-; 12,12'-Iminobis(dodecanoic acid); Iminodidodecanoic acid; Bis(11-carboxyundecyl)amine; 12-Aminododecanoic acid dimer; N,N-Bis(11-carboxyundecyl)amine; Dodecanedioic acid imino derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 12,12'-Iminodidodecanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases. The product may be hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed after each use to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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