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112-53-8

Name Dodecyl alcohol
CAS 112-53-8
EINECS(EC#) 203-982-0
Molecular Formula C12H26O
MDL Number MFCD00004753
Molecular Weight 186.33
MOL File 112-53-8.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance white low melting crystalline solid
Melting point  22-26 °C(lit.)
Boiling point  260-262 °C(lit.)
density  0.833 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density  7.4 (vs air)
vapor pressure  0.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
FEMA  2617
refractive index  n20/D 1.442(lit.)
Fp  >230 °F
storage temp.  Store below +30°C.
solubility  water: slightly soluble1g/L at 23°C
form  Liquid
pka 15.20±0.10(Predicted)
color  APHA: ≤10
Odor Typical fatty alcohol odor; sweet.
explosive limit 4%
Odor Type waxy
Water Solubility  insoluble
JECFA Number 109
Merck  14,3405
BRN  1738860
Dielectric constant 6.5(24℃)
InChIKey LQZZUXJYWNFBMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP 5.4 at 23℃
Uses
lauryl alcohol is used in chemical formulations for a variety of purposes, including as an emulsion stabilizer, a skin-conditioning emollient, and a viscosity-increasing agent.
CAS DataBase Reference 112-53-8(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference 1-Dodecanol(112-53-8)
EPA Substance Registry System 112-53-8(EPA Substance)

Safety Data

Hazard Codes  Xi,N
Risk Statements 
R38:Irritating to the skin.
R50:Very Toxic to aquatic organisms.
R50/53:Very Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment .
R36/38:Irritating to eyes and skin .
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin .
Safety Statements 
S61:Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet .
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection .
S29:Do not empty into drains .
S26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice .
S60:This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste .
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing .
RIDADR  UN 3077 9/PG 3
WGK Germany  1
RTECS  JR5775000
Autoignition Temperature 500 °F
TSCA  Yes
HazardClass  9
PackingGroup  III
HS Code  29051700
Safety Profile
Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal route. Mildly toxic by ingestion. A severe human skin irritant. Questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data. Combustible when exposed to heat or flame; can react with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use dry chemical, CO2. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes
Hazardous Substances Data 112-53-8(Hazardous Substances Data)
Toxicity
LD50 orally in Rabbit: > 5000 mg/kg

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