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1-Dodecanol

Also known as: Dodecanol, Lauryl alcohol, Dodecyl alcohol, 1-Dodecyl alcohol, n-Dodecanol, n-Lauryl alcohol, Alcohol C12, 1-Hydroxydodecane, Dodecan-1-ol

1-Dodecanol (CAS 112-53-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H26O and a molecular weight of 186.334 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 22-26 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 258.0±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 115.4±4.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
112-53-8
Jingsj CID
J-1991102-3
Molecular Formula
C12H26O
Molecular Weight
186.334 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point22-26 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point258.0±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point115.4±4.6 °C
Exact Mass186.198364
PSA20.23000
LogP5.13
Additional Property7.4 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.441
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905170000
Summary2905170000 hexadecan-1-ol。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。Lowest tariff:7.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Dodecanol?

The CAS number of 1-Dodecanol is 112-53-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Dodecanol?

1-Dodecanol has molecular formula C12H26O and molecular weight 186.334 g/mol.

Is 1-Dodecanol hazardous?

1-Dodecanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Dodecanol?

For 1-Dodecanol, Upstream Products: dodecene, N,N-Dimethyldodecanamide, Isopropyl laurate; Downstream Products: 4-Dodecyloxybenzoyl chloride, 12-Tricosanone, 14-Heptacosanone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Dodecanol (CAS 112-53-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1991102-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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