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Lauric acid
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Lauric acid |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Lauric acid;Dodecanoic acid;Laurostearic acid |
| Chinese name | 月桂酸 |
| Chinese synonyms | 十二酸;十二烷酸;月桂酸 |
| Chemical category | Organic Acids |
| CAS No. | 143-07-7 |
| EINECS No. | 205-582-1 |
| Molecular formula | C12H24O2 |
| Molecular weight | 200.32 |
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Technical indicators
Acid value 275–285 mg KOH/g; iodine value ≤1.0 g I2/100g; titer 43–46°C; color (Pt-Co) ≤50
Performance characteristics
White to pale yellow crystalline powder or flakes, insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether
Application scenarios
Surfactant intermediate (sodium laurate, laureth sulfate), cosmetic, food additive, lubricant