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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

Dibutyl azelate

Also known as Dibutyl nonanedioate, Azelaic acid, dibutyl ester, Nonanedioic acid, dibutyl ester

CAS 2917-73-9Formula C17H32O4Molar mass 300.44 g/molEC 220-850-8
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Dibutyl azelate chemical structure, C17H32O4, CAS 2917-73-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Liquid
Boiling point
336 °C
Solubility
Insoluble in water
HS code
291713
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks
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What is Dibutyl azelate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Dibutyl azelate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H32O4 and a molar mass of 300.44 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2917-73-9. The IUPAC name is dibutyl nonanedioate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
dibutyl nonanedioate
CAS number
2917-73-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 3370-97-6
EC number
220-850-8
Molecular formula
C17H32O4
UNII
TSR57315NK
InChIKey
RISLXYINQFKFRL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H32O4/c1-3-5-14-20-16(18)12-10-8-7-9-11-13-17(19)21-15-6-4-2/h3-15H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCOC(=O)CCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCC

Synonyms

  • Dibutyl nonanedioate
  • Azelaic acid, dibutyl ester
  • Nonanedioic acid, dibutyl ester
  • Ergoplast AZDB
  • 1,9-Di-n-butyl nonanedioate
  • Nonanedioic acid, 1,9-dibutyl ester
  • 1,9Dinbutyl nonanedioate
  • Azelaic acid, dibutyl ester (8CI)
  • nonanedioic acid dibutyl ester
  • 1,9-dibutyl nonanedioate
  • Dibutyl azelaate
  • Di-n-butyl azelate
  • Dibutyl azelaate #
  • nonanedioicaciddibutylester

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Appearance
Liquidexp.
Boiling point
336 °Cexp.
Solubility
Insoluble in waterexp.

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
300.44 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
300.2301 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.4calc.
Topological polar surface area
52.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
14calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
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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

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A constituent of contact lens and a plasticizer.

How it is made

Esterification of butyl alcohol with azelaic acid

Regulatory status

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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 Dibutyl azelate is traded under.

HS 2917.13Indicative HS code

Azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$349M
+7.9% vs 2023, imports $330M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China55.9%
  2. Germany9.4%
  3. Netherlands9.1%
Top importers
  1. Germany22.7%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Italy12.2%
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The HS code shown for Dibutyl azelate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dibutyl azelate?

Dibutyl azelate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C17H32O4 and a molar mass of 300.44 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 2917-73-9. The IUPAC name is dibutyl nonanedioate.

What is the CAS number of Dibutyl azelate?

The CAS registry number of Dibutyl azelate is 2917-73-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 3370-97-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Dibutyl azelate?

The molecular formula of Dibutyl azelate is C17H32O4 and its molar mass is 300.44 g/mol.

What is Dibutyl azelate used for?

A constituent of contact lens and a plasticizer.

Is Dibutyl azelate hazardous?

Dibutyl azelate 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 Dibutyl azelate?

Dibutyl azelate is usually classified under HS code 291713 (Azelaic acid, sebacic acid, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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