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Ethyl dodecanoate

Also known as Ethyl laurate, Dodecanoic acid, ethyl ester, Ethyl laurinate

CAS 106-33-2Formula C14H28O2Molar mass 228.38 g/molEC 203-386-0
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Ethyl dodecanoate chemical structure, C14H28O2, CAS 106-33-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
106-33-2
Formula
C14H28O2
Molar mass
228.38 g/mol
EC number
203-386-0
HS code
291590
Category
Emollients

What is Ethyl dodecanoate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl laurate is a fatty acid ethyl ester of lauric acid. It has a role as a metabolite.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethyl dodecanoate
CAS number
106-33-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
203-386-0
Molecular formula
C14H28O2
UNII
F389D4MD5K
MDL number
MFCD00015065
INCI name
ETHYL LAURATE
InChIKey
MMXKVMNBHPAILY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C14H28O2/c1-3-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14(15)16-4-2/h3-13H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC

Synonyms

  • Ethyl laurate
  • Dodecanoic acid, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl laurinate
  • Lauric acid, ethyl ester
  • dodecanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Lauric acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl dodecylate
  • Ethyl n-dodecanoate
  • Ethyllaurate
  • Ethyl Laurate(Ethyl Dodecanoate)
  • Ethyl n-dodecanote
  • dodecanoic acid-ethyl ester
  • Dodecanoic acid,ethyl ester
  • WE(2:0/12:0)
  • Ethyl laurate (natural)
  • Ethyldodecanoate
  • Ethyl ester dodecanoic acid
  • Ethyl ester of dodecanoic acid
  • Lauric acid, ethyl ester (8CI)
  • Ethyl laurate, analytical standard
  • Ethyl laurate, >=98%, FCC, FG
  • Ethyl dodecanoate, >=98.0% (GC)
  • SFE 2:0/12:0
  • Ethyl laurate, natural, >=98%, FCC, FG
  • Ethyl dodecanoate, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 98%
Show all 27 synonyms
  • Ethyl Laurate, Ethyl dodecanoate, Dodecanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl laurate, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

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

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
228.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
228.2089 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.47calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
16calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
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

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name ETHYL LAURATE(skin conditioning - emollient, perfuming)

Roles

  • metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance
  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming
  • Skin conditioning - emollient

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

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 Ethyl dodecanoate is traded under.

HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ethyl dodecanoate, based on the data on this page

What is Ethyl dodecanoate?

Ethyl laurate is a fatty acid ethyl ester of lauric acid. It has a role as a metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl dodecanoate?

The CAS registry number of Ethyl dodecanoate is 106-33-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethyl dodecanoate?

The molecular formula of Ethyl dodecanoate is C14H28O2 and its molar mass is 228.38 g/mol.

What is Ethyl dodecanoate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Ethyl dodecanoate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethyl dodecanoate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethyl dodecanoate?

Ethyl dodecanoate is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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