Description

1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Trimethyl Ester is a high-purity, multifunctional ester derivative of a long-chain tricarboxylic acid, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its structure offers three reactive ester groups, making it an ideal precursor for creating complex polymers, specialty plasticizers, and high-performance lubricant additives. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical intermediates, polymer chemistry, and specialty chemicals sectors for developing novel materials with tailored properties.

Application

• Polymer & Resin Synthesis: A key monomer for producing polyesters, polyamides, and alkyd resins, contributing to enhanced thermal stability and mechanical strength.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring long-chain, functionalized backbones.
• Specialty Plasticizers & Lubricants: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing ester-based plasticizers and synthetic lubricants with superior low-temperature performance and oxidation resistance.
• Cross-linking Agents & Curing Agents: Employed in coatings, adhesives, and sealants formulations to improve cross-link density and final product durability.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in research laboratories for constructing dendritic polymers, macrocycles, and other complex organic architectures.
• Surface Active Agents: Intermediate for producing surfactants and emulsifiers with specific hydrophobic chain lengths.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Trimethyl Ester
CAS No.	76938-84-6
Molecular Formula	C18H30O6
Molecular Weight	342.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Trimethyl 1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylate; Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Trimethyl Ester; 1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Trimethyl Dodecanetricarboxylate; Methyl 1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylate; Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 1,6,12-Tricarbomethoxydodecane
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Quality Control

Our 1,6,12-Dodecanetricarboxylic Acid Trimethyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and consistency standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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. The product is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept sealed to prevent absorption of water vapor.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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