1,2-Epoxydodecane

Chemical properties

clear colorless liquid

The Uses of 1,2-Epoxydodecane

In the production of epoxy resins, 1,2-Epoxydodecane is used as a reactive diluent and cross-linking agent which can help to improve the performance and versatility of these industrial materials. In the production of emulsions, foams, and dispersants, 1,2-Epoxydodecane can be used as a surfactant. In pharmaceutical industry, 1,2-Epoxydodecane can be used as a solvent in the production of certain pharmaceuticals, like pyrazolones. In the synthesis of hydroxyurea, 1,2-epoxydodecane is used as an intermediate in the production of a key starting material.

Synthesis Reference(s)

Journal of the American Chemical Society, 101, p. 2484, 1979 DOI: 10.1021/ja00503a042

General Description

Clear colorless liquid.

Air & Water Reactions

Highly flammable. Sensitive to moisture. May decompose on exposure to moist air. Insoluble in water.

Reactivity Profile

Epoxides, such as 1,2-Epoxydodecane, are highly reactive. They polymerize in the presence of catalysts or when heated. These polymerization reactions can be violent. Compounds in this group react with acids, bases, and oxidizing and reducing agents. They react, possibly violently with water in the presence of acid and other catalysts. 1,2-Epoxydodecane is incompatible with strong oxidizers, strong acids and strong bases. 1,2-Epoxydodecane is also incompatible with peroxides.

Fire Hazard

1,2-Epoxydodecane is combustible.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Safety Profile

Questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.