Name: Dodecanenitrile
Cas: 2437-25-4
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Dodecanenitrile
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
Dodecanenitrile is a fatty nitrile with a long chain. It has the formula C12H23N. The compound is made up of an alkyl straight chain consisting of 12 carbon atoms linked to a functional group (-CN). The liquid is colorless or pale yellow with a pungent smell. Dodecanenitrile can be prepared mainly by ammoxidation of dodecanoic (lauric) acid or dodecanol. It is a key organic synthesis intermediary and is widely used to synthesize surfactants and lubricant additives, as well as polymer materials.
Hydrolysis, reduction or addition can convert the cyano group of dodecanenitrile into other functional compounds such as dodecylamine and dodecyl acid. These derivatives are used in a variety of industries. Dodecylamine can be used, for instance, to produce quaternary-salt cationic surfactants. Dodecane lactam is a monomer used in high-performance polymers such as nylon-12. Dodecanenitrile is used as a solvent or reaction medium in organic synthesis due to its stability and solubility.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | 4°C |
| Boiling point | 198 °C100 mm Hg(lit.) |
| density | 0.827 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 13.332hPa at 140.47℃ |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.436(lit.) |
| Fp | >230 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| form | clear liquid |
| Specific Gravity | 0.83 |
| color | Colorless to Light yellow to Light orange |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. dry citrus orange peel metallic spicy |
| Odor Type | citrus |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water. |
| MF: | C12H23N |
| MW: | 181.32 |
| EINECS: | 219-440-1 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Dodecanenitrile |
| CAS No. | 2437-25-4 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
1. Surfactants & detergents
Dodecyl Nitrile is a key intermediate in the synthesis and use of surfactants. Dodecylamine can be produced by hydrolysis or reduction of dodecane. This Dodecylamine then reacts with either ethylene oxide, or sulfuric acids to produce quaternary ammonium-cationic surfactants. This type of surfactant can be found in many detergents, softeners and disinfectants as well as personal care products like shampoos and conditioners. It has good emulsifying and dispersing properties and is antibacterial.
2. Synthesis of polymer material
Dodecyl Nitrile is a key raw material in the preparation of high-performance polymers. Dodecanonitrile, for example, can be converted to Lauryl Lactam through hydrolysis and cycle reactions. This monomer is used in the synthesis nylon-12 (PA-12). Nylon-12, which has excellent mechanical properties and chemical resistance as well as low water absorption, is used widely in many fields, including automotive parts, cable sheaths and 3D printing materials.
3. Lubricating oil additives
Dodecyl Nitrile and its derivatives are used to enhance the performance of lubricants under extreme pressure and their wear resistance. Dodecanonitrile, for example, can further react to produce dodecanoic ester compounds. These are used as additives or base oils in synthetic lubricants, and are widely used by industrial machinery and automobile engines.
4. Intermediates for organic synthesis
The cyanide group in dodecanel is highly reactive and can be converted to other functional compounds by various chemical reactions. Dodecanonitrile, for example, can be reduced into dodecylamine, or hydrolyzed into dodecanoic acids. These derivatives are useful in many fields, including medicine, pesticides and fragrances. Dodecanel is also used as a catalyst or reaction medium in organic synthesis.
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