Methyl laurate
Also known as: Methyl dodecanoate, Lauric acid methyl ester, Dodecanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl dodecylate, Methyl n-dodecanoate, Methyldodecanoate, MFCD00008966
Methyl laurate (CAS 111-82-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H26O2 and a molecular weight of 214.344 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 4-5 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 263.0±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 114.6±6.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements 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.
- 111-82-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-33641-4
- Molecular Formula
- C13H26O2
- Molecular Weight
- 214.344 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 4-5 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 263.0±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 114.6±6.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 214.193283 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 5.49 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.433 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. YongWang, et al. Comparison of two different processes to synthesize biodiesel by waste cooking oil. Journal of Molecular Catalysis A: Chemical. Volume 252, Issues 1–2, 1 June 2006, Pages 107-112 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl laurate?
The CAS number of Methyl laurate is 111-82-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl laurate?
Methyl laurate has molecular formula C13H26O2 and molecular weight 214.344 g/mol.
Is Methyl laurate hazardous?
Methyl laurate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl laurate?
For Methyl laurate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 7-Bromo-1-heptene, Methyllithium; Downstream Products: 12-Hydroxydodecanoic acid, Dodecanedioic acid, Dodecanedioic acid monomethyl ester.
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