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Sebacic acid

Also known as Decanedioic acid, 1,8-Octanedicarboxylic acid, 1,10-Decanedioic acid

CAS 111-20-6Formula C10H18O4Molar mass 202.25 g/molEC 203-845-5
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Sebacic acid chemical structure, C10H18O4, CAS 111-20-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Physical form
Granules
Melting point
131 °C
Boiling point
294 °C
Density
1.2 g/cm³
Flash point
220 °C
HS code
291713
Category
Polymers and thermoplastics
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What is Sebacic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Sebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,8-dicarboxy derivative of octane. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a sebacate and a sebacate(2-). It derives from a hydride of a decane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
decanedioic acid
CAS number
111-20-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
203-845-5
Molecular formula
C10H18O4
UNII
97AN39ICTC
MDL number
MFCD00004440
INCI name
SEBACIC ACID
InChIKey
CXMXRPHRNRROMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H18O4/c11-9(12)7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8-10(13)14/h1-8H2,(H,11,12)(H,13,14)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CCCCC(=O)O)CCCC(=O)O

Synonyms

  • Decanedioic acid
  • 1,8-Octanedicarboxylic acid
  • 1,10-Decanedioic acid
  • Sebacinsaure
  • Decanedicarboxylic acid
  • n-Decanedioic acid
  • Acide sebacique
  • Sebacinsaeure
  • USAF HC-1
  • Ipomic acid
  • 1,8-dicarboxyoctane
  • 4-Oxodecanedioic acid
  • Seracic acid
  • octane-1,8-dicarboxylic acid
  • Poly(sebacic anhydride)
  • n-Decanedioate
  • disodium-sebacate
  • 4-oxodecanedioate
  • 1,10-Decanedioate
  • Sebacic acid, 94%
  • Sebacic acid, 99%
  • Sebacic acid (NIST)
  • Dicarboxylic acid C10
  • 1i8j
  • 1l6s
Show all 29 synonyms
  • 1l6y
  • 1,8-Octanedicarboxylate
  • Iponic acid, Ipomic acid
  • 4-02-00-02078 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

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

Physical form
Granulesexp.
Melting point
131 °Cexp.
Boiling point
294 °Cexp.
Density
1.2 g/cm³exp.
Flash point
220 °Cexp.
Solubility
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.1 (poor)exp.
Vapour pressure
1 mmHg at 361 °F, 100 mmHg at 562.1 °F, 760 mmHg at 666.1 °Fexp.

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
202.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
202.1205 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.28calc.
Topological polar surface area
74.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
9calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

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Safety and hazards

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GHS classification
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industrial uses: Wetting agent (non-aqueous), Other, Binder, Lubricating agent, Anti-freeze agent, Anti-adhesive/cohesive, Processing aids not otherwise specified, Surfactant (surface active agent).

Consumer uses: Lubricating agent, Anti-freeze agent, Anti-adhesive/cohesive, pH regulating agent, Corrosion inhibitor, Adhesion/cohesion promoter, Hardener.

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name SEBACIC ACID(buffering)

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Heat stabilizer
  • Hydraulic fluids
  • Lubricating agent
  • Plasticizer
  • pH regulating agent

Cosmetic functions

  • Buffering

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 Sebacic acid is traded under.

HS 2917.13Exact 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%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Sebacic acid is indicative (it was matched by name in the HS nomenclature). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Sebacic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Sebacic acid?

Sebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,8-dicarboxy derivative of octane. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a sebacate and a sebacate(2-). It derives from a hydride of a decane.

What is the CAS number of Sebacic acid?

The CAS registry number of Sebacic acid is 111-20-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Sebacic acid?

The molecular formula of Sebacic acid is C10H18O4 and its molar mass is 202.25 g/mol.

What is Sebacic acid used for?

Industrial uses: Wetting agent (non-aqueous), Other, Binder, Lubricating agent, Anti-freeze agent, Anti-adhesive/cohesive, Processing aids not otherwise specified, Surfactant (surface active agent).

Is Sebacic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Sebacic acid 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 Sebacic acid?

Sebacic acid 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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