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12-Hydroxystearic acid

Also known as: 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, 12-Hydroxysteric acid, 12-hydroxy-octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-stearic acid, 12-hydroxystearic, DL-12-hydroxy stearic acid, DL-12-hydroxystearic acid, Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, Twelve hydroxy acid

12-Hydroxystearic acid (CAS 106-14-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H36O3 and a molecular weight of 300.477 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 80-81ºC, a boiling point of 436.3±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 231.8±17.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
106-14-9
Jingsj CID
J-37161-9
Molecular Formula
C18H36O3
Molecular Weight
300.477 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point80-81ºC
Boiling Point436.3±18.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point231.8±17.7 °C
Exact Mass300.266449
PSA57.53000
LogP6.03
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.468

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Gordon R, et al. Aggregation of 12-Hydroxystearic Acid and Its Lithium Salt in Hexane: Molecular Dynamics Simulations. J Phys Chem B. 2016;120(29):7164-7173.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 12-Hydroxystearic acid?

The CAS number of 12-Hydroxystearic acid is 106-14-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 12-Hydroxystearic acid?

12-Hydroxystearic acid has molecular formula C18H36O3 and molecular weight 300.477 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 12-Hydroxystearic acid?

For 12-Hydroxystearic acid, Upstream Products: Ethyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate, Methyl ricinoleate, Ricinoleic acid; Downstream Products: HYDROXYSTEARAMIDE MEA, trans-11-octadecenoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "12-Hydroxystearic acid (CAS 106-14-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37161-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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