Description

Dodecyl Vinyl Ether CAS NO 765-14-0 is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl vinyl ether monomer. This compound is valued for its ability to undergo cationic polymerization and serve as a versatile chemical building block in specialty synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify material properties or create functional intermediates.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive diluent and comonomer in cationic UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives to enhance flexibility and adhesion.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for the production of surfactants, lubricant additives, and pharmaceutical intermediates via addition reactions.
• Surface Coatings: Used in the formulation of high-performance floor finishes, wood coatings, and metal primers to improve film properties and curing speed.
• Telechelic Polymers: Employed in the synthesis of macromonomers and polymers with controlled end-group functionality for advanced material science applications.
• Crosslinking Agent: Functions as a crosslinker in polymer systems to increase thermal stability and chemical resistance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyl Vinyl Ether
CAS No.	765-14-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	212.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Ethenyloxy)dodecane; Dodecyloxyethene; Lauryl Vinyl Ether; Vinyl Dodecyl Ether; Vinyl Lauryl Ether; n-Dodecyl Vinyl Ether; 1-Dodecoxyethylene; Lauryloxyethylene
EINECS	212-147-4

Quality Control

Our Dodecyl Vinyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC assay and purity verification, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 30
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1 %
Inhibitor (MEHQ)	50 - 150 ppm

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