METHYL LAURATE- ▸ 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.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →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.