Sebacic acid
CAS Number111-20-6
FormulaHO2C(CH2)8CO2H
Mol. Weight202.25 g/mol
Sebacic acid
What is Sebacic acid?
Sebacic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 111-20-6 and molecular formula HO2C(CH2)8CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Sebacic acid has been used in the synthesis of:
• biodegradable and elastomeric polyesters [poly(glycerol sebacate)]1
• novel bio-nylon, PA5.102
• novel temperature-response hydrogel based on poly(ether-ester anhydride) nanoparticle for drug-delivery applications3
Specifications
Linear Formula
HO2C(CH2)8CO2H
Molecular Weight
202.25 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥95.0% (GC)
Boiling Point
294.5 °C/100 mmHg(lit.)