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Cyclododecane

Also known as 4-05-00-00169 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), Cyclododecan

CAS 294-62-2Formula C12H24Molar mass 168.32 g/molEC 206-033-9
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Cyclododecane chemical structure, C12H24, CAS 294-62-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Needles from alcohol
Melting point
60.4 °C
Boiling point
247 °C
Density
0.82 g/cm³ at 80 °C
Solubility
Insoluble in water, very soluble in alcohol, ethyl ether
HS code
290219
Category
Paraffins, waxes and cycloalkanes
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What is Cyclododecane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

cyclododecane has been reported in Terminalia chebula.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
cyclododecane
CAS number
294-62-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
206-033-9
Molecular formula
C12H24
UNII
97CN13ZD83
MDL number
MFCD00014258
InChIKey
DDTBPAQBQHZRDW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H24/c1-2-4-6-8-10-12-11-9-7-5-3-1/h1-12H2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1CCCCCCCCCCC1

Synonyms

  • 4-05-00-00169 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Cyclododecan

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Needles from alcoholexp.
Melting point
60.4 °Cexp.
Boiling point
247 °Cexp.
Density
0.82 g/cm³ at 80 °Cexp.
Solubility
Insoluble in water, very soluble in alcohol, ethyl etherexp.
Vapour pressure
0.0295 mm Hg at 25 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
168.32 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
168.1878 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.68calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCCCCCCCCCC1

C1CCCCCCCCCCC1

1 ring, 12 atoms. This chemical is the scaffold itself.

189 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms

Hazard statements

  • H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements (2)
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Intermediate for the production of chemicals used to make polyamides, polyesters, synthetic lubricating oils, and nylon 12, high-purity solvent. Also used as a moth proofing agent.

An intermediate for the production of nylon 12.

How it is made

Cyclododecane is produced by liquid-phase hydrogenation of 1,5,9-cyclododecatriene over nickel catalysts.

Cyclododecane ... is obtained by catalytic hydrogenation of 1,5,9-cyclododecatriene.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Cyclododecane is traded under.

HS 2902.19Indicative HS code

Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other

World exports in 2024
$979M
+24.3% vs 2023, imports $1B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.4%
  2. United States20.6%
  3. Germany13.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported9.9%
  2. United States9.8%
  3. South Korea9.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Cyclododecane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Cyclododecane, based on the data on this page

What is Cyclododecane?

cyclododecane has been reported in Terminalia chebula.

What is the CAS number of Cyclododecane?

The CAS registry number of Cyclododecane is 294-62-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Cyclododecane?

The molecular formula of Cyclododecane is C12H24 and its molar mass is 168.32 g/mol.

What is Cyclododecane used for?

Intermediate for the production of chemicals used to make polyamides, polyesters, synthetic lubricating oils, and nylon 12, high-purity solvent. Also used as a moth proofing agent. An intermediate for the production of nylon 12.

Is Cyclododecane hazardous?

Cyclododecane has a GHS hazard classification. Main hazards: may cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Cyclododecane?

Cyclododecane is usually classified under HS code 290219 (Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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