Description

Product Overview

1-Bromododecane (also known as n-Dodecyl Bromide or Dodecyl Bromide) with CAS No.: 143-15-7 , with the chemical formula C₁₂H₂₅Br and a molecular weight of 249.23 g/mol. It is a clear, colorless to light yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. This compound belongs to the class of alkyl halides and is primarily used in organic synthesis and industrial applications, though it is subject to environmental and safety regulations due to its irritant properties and potential hazards.

Properties

1-Bromododecane exhibits the following key physical and chemical properties:

• Physical State: Liquid (at room temperature).
• Appearance: Clear colorless to light yellow liquid.
• Odor: Characteristic odor.
• Melting Point: -9.5 °C.
• Boiling Point: 276 °C (or 134-135 °C at 6 mmHg).
• Density: 1.038 g/mL at 25 °C.
• Solubility: Insoluble in water; miscible with organic solvents like ethanol and ether.
• Stability: Stable under normal conditions but air sensitive; flammable with a flash point of 110-146 °C; incompatible with strong oxidants, bases, and metals; store under inert gas in a cool, dark place.
• Toxicity: Moderately toxic; causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation; may cause neurological disorders; signal word “Warning”.

Applications

The primary applications of 1-bromododecane include:

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a long-chain alkylating agent to introduce the dodecyl group in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, surfactants, and other organic compounds; improves lipophilicity and hydrophobicity of molecules for biological applications; used in synthesis of disinfection drugs and antimicrobial nanocomposites.
• Solvent: Employed in various industrial processes and laboratory settings to modify solubility and processability.
• Other: Involved in the synthesis of specialized chemicals like ethoxylated urethanes, polyurethanes, and materials for organic electronics.

Classification

The following table outlines the classification of 1-bromododecane based on chemical properties, uses, and regulations: