Description

12-Oxooctadecanoic Acid is a high-purity keto fatty acid derivative, serving as a versatile and valuable synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, featuring a carbonyl group on the C12 carbon of a C18 fatty acid chain, makes it a critical building block for the synthesis of specialized surfactants, lubricant additives, and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and prostaglandin analogs.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Used to manufacture novel anionic and nonionic surfactants with tailored properties for cosmetics and industrial cleaners.
• Lubricant Additive Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating high-performance ester-based lubricants and friction modifiers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of certain plant growth regulators and pesticide formulations.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional keto groups into polymer backbones for cross-linking or further chemical modification.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in organic synthesis and metabolic studies within academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Oxooctadecanoic Acid
CAS No.	925-44-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₄O₃
Molecular Weight	298.46 g/mol
Synonyms	12-Ketostearic Acid; 12-Oxostearic Acid; 12-Ketooctadecanoic Acid; 12-Oxo-octadecanoic Acid; 12-Oxo-stearic acid; 12-Oxo-C18 Acid; Keto C18 Acid
EINECS	213-115-7

Quality Control

Our 12-Oxooctadecanoic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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