Educational content for trained professionals. Not a Safety Data Sheet, not medical advice. In an emergency, call your local poison control or emergency services immediately. Terms of use.
lauric acid
Also known as: lauric acid · DODECANOIC ACID · 143-07-7 · n-Dodecanoic acid
- CAS No.
- 143-07-7
- Formula
- C12H24O2
- Molar mass
- 200.32 g/mol
- PubChem CID
- 3893
Corrosive
Harmful / Irritant
Summary
Dodecanoic acid is a straight-chain, twelve-carbon medium-chain saturated fatty acid with strong bactericidal properties; the main fatty acid in coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, a plant metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a medium-chain fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of a dodecanoate. It derives from a hydride of a dodecane.
Background
Loading background from Wikipedia…
Physical properties
No experimental physical properties indexed yet. Try PubChem for the raw record.
Hazards
Storage
Keep at room temperature, below 30 °C, out of direct heat.
Store somewhere well-ventilated and away from any ignition source.
Metal drums or tinted glass, tightly sealed.
Strong acids, strong bases and powerful oxidizers.
Personal protective equipment
Nitrile or butyl, at least 0.4 mm thick.
Safety goggles with side shields.
A2 organic-vapor cartridge if the room isn't well ventilated.
Occupational exposure limits (HSE)
Loading NIOSH / OSHA exposure limits…
EU harmonised classification (ECHA C&L)
Loading ECHA C&L (CLP Annex VI)…
Transport
Loading transport data from PubChem…
FDA recalls & enforcement
Searching OpenFDA enforcement reports…
Compatibilities
Try the compatibility checker in Free tools.
Compare
Put this chemical against another one.
Open comparator with lauric acidPractical safety notes
- Corrosive. Wear chemical goggles, faceshield and chemical-resistant gloves. Have an eyewash within reach.
- Irritant / harmful. Ventilate the workspace and avoid skin contact.
Derived from the GHS classification shown above. These notes are generic guidance and do not replace the manufacturer's SDS or your local risk assessment.
FAQ
Is lauric acid flammable?+
lauric acid (CAS 143-07-7) does not carry the GHS02 flame pictogram in our records. Always confirm with the manufacturer's SDS section 9 (flash point) before assuming a product is non-flammable.
What PPE should I wear when handling lauric acid?+
Chemical-splash goggles and a faceshield, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or butyl) and an apron are the minimum. Ventilation should be sufficient to keep vapours below the occupational exposure limit. Check SDS section 8 for material-specific breakthrough times.
How should lauric acid be stored?+
Store lauric acid (CAS 143-07-7) in tightly closed original containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Segregate acids from bases and keep away from metals that can be attacked.
Is lauric acid dangerous for the environment?+
No specific environmental pictogram (GHS09) is listed in our records for lauric acid, but any chemical waste should be handled through your site's hazardous-waste procedure, not poured down the drain.
Where can I find the official Safety Data Sheet for lauric acid?+
Official, up-to-date SDS documents are published by each manufacturer (Sigma-Aldrich, Merck, Thermo Fisher, VWR, Carl Roth, etc.) and by regulators such as ECHA and NIOSH. This page is an educational summary and does not replace the manufacturer's SDS.
Ask about this product
AI-generated content may be inaccurate or outdated. Do not rely on it for emergency response, medical treatment, or regulatory compliance decisions. Terms of use.
Try one of these, or ask anything about this compound.
AI answers can be wrong. Always check the official SDS for definitive safety information.
Reference information only. Not a Safety Data Sheet. Always consult the manufacturer's official SDS and your local regulations before handling, storing or transporting any chemical. Terms of use.