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Sebacic acid, 98+%
Description
Sebacic acid is used as a monomer for nylon 610, plasticizers, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, cosmetics and candles. It is also used as intermediates in antiseptics, aromatics and painting materials. It is used in the synthesis of poly(glycerol sebacate) and novel bio-nylon. It finds application as adhesives, corrosion inhibitors and solvents. Its derivative, diethyl Sebacate is used in plastics manufacturing and engineering, as well as drug delivery procedures through the use of biodegradable encapsulations.
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.
Sebacic acid is used as a monomer for nylon 610, plasticizers, lubricants, hydraulic fluids, cosmetics and candles. It is also used as intermediates in antiseptics, aromatics and painting materials. It is used in the synthesis of poly(glycerol sebacate) and novel bio-nylon. It finds application as adhesives, corrosion inhibitors and solvents. Its derivative, diethyl Sebacate is used in plastics manufacturing and engineering, as well as drug delivery procedures through the use of biodegradable encapsulations.
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with bases, reducing agents and oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 131°C to 134°C |
Density | 1.271 |
Boiling Point | 295°C (100 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 220°C (428°F) |
Linear Formula | HO2C(CH2)8CO2H |
Quantity | 100 g |
Beilstein | 1210591 |
Merck Index | 14,8415 |
Solubility Information | Slightly soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 202.25 |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | Warning |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | GHS P Statement P261-P280-P305+P351+P338-P304+P340-P405-P501a Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. |
EINECSNumber | 203-845-5 |
RTECSNumber | VS0875000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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