Methyl Dodecanoate

• CAS: 111-82-0
• Catalog Number: ACM111820
• Category: Polymer/Macromolecule; Fatty Acids and Ester Homologs
• Molecular Weight: 214.34
• Molecular Formula: C13H26O2
• Synonyms: Lauric acid methyl ester
• Canonical SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC
• Boiling Point: 262 °C at 766 mmHg
• Melting Point: 4-5 °C (lit.)
• Flash Point: 305°F
• Density: 0.87 (25°C)
• Appearance: Liquid
• Storage: Room temperature
• Alpha Sort: Methyl laurate
• CNo.Chain: C12:0
• Compound Derivative: Methyl
• Fatty Acid: Dodecanoic; (Lauric)
• Physical State: Liquid

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of methyl laurate?

The molecular formula of methyl laurate is C13H26O2.

What is the molecular weight of methyl laurate?

The molecular weight of methyl laurate is 214.34 g/mol.

What are the synonyms of methyl laurate?

The synonyms of methyl laurate are methyl dodecanoate, lauric acid methyl ester, and dodecanoic acid, methyl ester.

What is the IUPAC name of methyl laurate?

The IUPAC name of methyl laurate is methyl dodecanoate.

Does methyl laurate have any toxicity or adverse effects?

The reference does not provide information on the toxicity or adverse effects of methyl laurate.

What are the natural sources of methyl laurate?

Methyl laurate is found in Astragalus mongholicus, Cocos nucifera, and other organisms.

In which foodstuffs is methyl laurate present?

Methyl laurate is present in alcoholic beverages, concord grape, melon, pineapple, heated blackberry, red chilli, cheeses, hop oil, white wine, spirits, and other foodstuffs.

What is the flavoring agent that methyl laurate belongs to?

Methyl laurate belongs to the family of Fatty Acid Esters, which are carboxylic ester derivatives of a fatty acid.

What is the InChIKey of methyl laurate?

The InChIKey of methyl laurate is UQDUPQYQJKYHQI-UHFFFAOYSA-N.

What is the CAS number of methyl laurate?

The CAS number of methyl laurate is 111-82-0.