| Formula / Notation | C10H18O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 111-20-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 202.25 |
| Melting Point | 274.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 563 °F at 100 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.2075 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Sebacic acid is a white granular powder. Melting point 153 °F. Slightly soluble in water. Sublimes slowly at 750 mmHg when heated to melting point. |
| Also Known As | decanedioic acid; DECANEDIOIC ACID; 111-20-6; 1,8-Octanedicarboxylic acid; 1,10-Decanedioic acid; Sebacinsaure; Decanedicarboxylic acid; n-Decanedioic acid; Acide sebacique; Sebacinsaeure |
| Category | Acids |
What is Sebacic acid?
Sebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,8-dicarboxy derivative of octane. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a sebacate and a sebacate(2-). It derives from a hydride of a decane.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: decanedioic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: decanedioic acid; DECANEDIOIC ACID; 111-20-6; 1,8-Octanedicarboxylic acid; 1,10-Decanedioic acid; Sebacinsaure; Decanedicarboxylic acid; n-Decanedioic acid; Acide sebacique; Sebacinsaeure
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 274.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 563 °F at 100 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.2075 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 202.25 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Sebacic acid is a white granular powder. Melting point 153 °F. Slightly soluble in water. Sublimes slowly at 750 mmHg when heated to melting point. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Sebacic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid that is the 1,8-dicarboxy derivative of octane. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a sebacate and a sebacate(2-). It derives from a hydride of a decane.
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Sebacic acid is: C10H18O4