Dodecyl Aldehyde CAS 112-54-9

Product Name: Dodecyl aldehyde
CAS: 112-54-9
MF: C12H24O
MW: 184.32
EINECS: 203-983-6
Melting point: 12 °C
Boiling point: 185 °C/100 mmHg (lit.)
Density: 0.831 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Vapor pressure: <300 hPa (50 °C)

1. Acts Dodecyl aldehyde CAS 112-54-9 as a key fragrance ingredient, imparting sweet floral and waxy notes to perfumes, soaps and personal care products.

2. Serves Dodecyl aldehyde as a flavor additive for creating citrus and fatty profiles in baked goods, dairy products and confectionery items.

3. Functions as an intermediate for synthesizing surfactants, lubricants and plasticizers used in industrial manufacturing processes.

Store dodecyl aldehyde (CAS 112-54-9, colorless to pale yellow liquid, floral odor, flash point 116°C, combustible) in sealed amber glass containers at 15–25°C in a cool, dark, well-ventilated area. Isolate from strong oxidants and acids to prevent oxidation and polymerization. Wear nitrile gloves and safety goggles during handling; avoid inhalation, skin/eye contact and ingestion to prevent mild irritation. Reseal tightly post-use; dispose of waste per local chemical regulations.

Dodecyl aldehyde is a fragrance/flavor additive and industrial intermediate, not for direct human ingestion in pure form; undiluted intake may cause gastrointestinal discomfort and mucosal irritation.

In regulated applications, Dodecyl aldehyde CAS 112-54-9 enhances the sensory appeal of daily care and food products, and supports the production of high-performance industrial chemicals and materials.