Lauric acid
Also known as: Dodecanoic acid, n-Dodecanoic acid, Dodecoic acid, Laurosteanic acid, 1-Undecanecarboxylic acid, C12:0, Dodecanoic acid (Lauric acid)
Lauric acid (CAS 143-07-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H24O2 and a molecular weight of 200.318 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 44-46 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 296.1±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.1±11.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 143-07-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-45156-9
- Molecular Formula
- C12H24O2
- Molecular Weight
- 200.318 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 44-46 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 296.1±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 134.1±11.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 200.177628 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 5.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.448 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Nakatsuji T, et al. Antimicrobial property of lauric acid against Propionibacterium acnes: its therapeutic potential for inflammatory acne vulgaris. J Invest Dermatol. 2009 Oct;129(10):2480-8. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Lauric acid?
The CAS number of Lauric acid is 143-07-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lauric acid?
Lauric acid has molecular formula C12H24O2 and molecular weight 200.318 g/mol.
Is Lauric acid hazardous?
Lauric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Lauric acid?
For Lauric acid, Upstream Products: 1-Dodecanol, Dodecanal, Methyl laurate; Downstream Products: 4,5-dihydro-2-undecyl-1H-Imidazole, 2-Bromododecanoic acid, Phenyl dodecanoate.
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