Lauroyl Chloride CAS 112-16-3

Lauroyl Chloride (CAS 112-16-3) Technical Specifications

Basic Parameters

• CAS Number: 112-16-3
• Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₃ClO
• Molecular Weight: 218.76 g/mol
• Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
• Purity: ≥98% (GC analysis)
• Density: 0.96-0.98 g/cm³ at 25°C
• Flash Point: 113°C (235°F)

Comparative Analysis

Industrial Applications

Organic Synthesis

Widely used as acylating agent for:
– Production of lauroyl peroxide (polymerization initiator)
– Synthesis of N-lauroyl sarcosine (corrosion inhibitor)
– Manufacturing of betaine surfactants

Pharmaceutical Intermediate

Critical in producing:
– Antiviral drug precursors
– Topical antibiotic formulations
– Transdermal drug delivery enhancers

Client Success Stories

Case 1: Specialty Chemical Manufacturer

Client: EuroChem Solutions GmbH
Challenge: Required high-purity lauroyl chloride for FDA-approved pharmaceutical intermediates
Solution: Supplied batch-tested 99.2% purity material with full traceability documentation
Outcome: Achieved 30% faster reaction kinetics vs. previous supplier

Case 2: Personal Care Formulator

Client: AsiaCoat Innovations
Objective: Develop sulfate-free shampoo surfactants
Implementation: Customized lauroyl chloride derivatives with optimized HLB values
Result: 18% improvement in foam stability metrics

Operational Protocols

Handling Requirements

• Use corrosion-resistant equipment (glass/PTFE-lined)
• Maintain inert atmosphere (N₂ blanket) during transfer
• Store below 25°C in sealed original containers

Safety Measures

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