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Methyl Laurate (Methyl Dodecanoate)

CAS 111-82-0 · Formula C13H26O2 · MW 214.34 g/mol

The methyl ester of lauric acid (methyl dodecanoate, CAS 111-82-0), used as a chemical intermediate for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols and fatty acids, and as a solvent, emollient and flavoring agent.

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HS Code
2915.90
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Emolliency · Solvency
Solubility
Insol in water; miscible with ethyl alcohol, ether, acetone
Functional Roles
METHYL LAURATE
PERFUMINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Industries Served
Applications & Use Cases
  • Chemical intermediate: Feedstock for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids.
  • Solvent: Used in detergent, emulsifier, and wetting-agent systems.
  • Emollient: Skin-conditioning emollient in cosmetics.
  • Flavoring agent: Flavoring use in foods.
Physical Properties
Melting Point
5.2 °C
Boiling Point
267 °C
Density
0.8702 @ 20 °C/4 °C
Solubility
Insol in water; miscible with ethyl alcohol, ether, acetone
Vapor Pressure
0.00411
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2915 . 90
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.15
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2915.90
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
111-82-0
Molecular Formula
C13H26O2
Molecular Weight
214.34 g/mol
IUPAC Name
methyl dodecanoate
INCI Name
METHYL LAURATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
UQDUPQYQJKYHQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Methyl laurate METHYL DODECANOATE Lauric acid methyl ester Dodecanoic acid, methyl ester Methyl laurinate Methyl dodecylate Methyl n-dodecanoate Lauric acid, methyl ester Uniphat A40 Metholene 2296 FEMA number 2715 FEMA No. 2715 formyl dodecanoate Stepan C40
Full Description

The supplied CAS 111-82-0 corresponds to Methyl Laurate (methyl dodecanoate, C13H26O2), the methyl ester of lauric acid. It is used as a chemical intermediate — for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids — and as a solvent, emollient, and flavoring agent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this product (Capryl Alcohol, CAS 111-82-0)?

The supplied CAS 111-82-0 corresponds to methyl laurate (methyl dodecanoate, C13H26O2), the methyl ester of lauric acid. Confirm identity against the CoA, as the trade name and CAS reference different chemistries. RawSource supplies it in bulk.

What is methyl laurate used for?

Methyl laurate is used as a chemical intermediate for alkanolamides, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids, as a solvent in detergent and wetting-agent systems, as an emollient, and as a flavoring agent. RawSource supplies it to industrial and personal-care manufacturers.

What is the chemical formula and CAS for this material?

As supplied it is C13H26O2, CAS 111-82-0 (methyl laurate), HS code 2915.90. Request the CoA to verify the exact specification for your application.

Is methyl laurate water soluble?

Methyl laurate is a fatty-acid ester and is essentially insoluble in water but miscible with many organic solvents and oils. See the technical data sheet for solubility and handling details.

What is the cost of bulk Capryl Alcohol / methyl laurate?

Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging (drums, totes), and volume. RawSource quotes industrial quantities; submit a bulk RFQ with your target volume for current pricing.

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