Dodecylbenzene, mixture of isomers, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

1-Phenyldodecane acts as a pseudo-stationary phase (PSP) marker in the preparation of microemulsion, 1-Phenyldodecane was degraded to phenylacetic acid by an oil-degrading bacterium. it is used to prepare an anionic detergent dodecylbenzene sodium sulfonate. It is a petrochemical-derived substitute for the tallow and coconut oil used in making soap.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

• Melting Point: -3°C
• Density: 0.87 g/mL
• Boiling Point: 179°C to 180°C (13 mmHg)
• Odor: Specific type
• Refractive Index: 1.49
• Quantity: 250 g
• Solubility Information: Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 246.44
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Dodecylbenzene, Mixture of isomers

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