Lauric Acid (Dodecanoic Acid)

Acme Synthetic Chemicals is a trusted manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-purity Lauric Acid, classified under CAS No. 143-07-4.

Lauric Acid, properly known as dodecanoic acid, is a saturated fatty acid commonly found in coconut oil, palm oil, and milk. It appears as a white, powdery substance and is widely used in pharmaceuticals, foods, cosmetics, and industrial formulations. It is valued for being inexpensive, non-toxic, biodegradable, and having a long shelf life.

Laboratory & Pharmaceutical Applications

• Used in laboratory experiments to study molar masses via melting-point depression techniques.
• Studied and used as a potential treatment for viral infections such as cold sores, genital herpes (HSV), and HIV/AIDS.
• Claimed to have antimicrobial properties useful against chlamydia, bronchitis, gonorrhea, yeast infections, Giardia lamblia, and ringworm.
• May help prevent HIV transmission from mother to child.

Food Industry Applications

• Used in food as a vegetable shortening and raw material for emulsifiers.
• Found in palm and coconut oil—used in everyday cooking and commercial food production.
• Preferred in seafood dishes for its natural sweetness and flavor profile.

Cosmetics & Personal Care

• Used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and cleansing agent in creams, lotions, and facial products.
• Functions as a base for shampoos, soaps, and detergents (in the form of sodium laurate).
• Non-toxic and suitable for sensitive skin formulations.

Industrial Applications

• Intermediate in the manufacture of plastics and polymers.
• Used in textile processing as a lubricant and wetting agent.
• Base material in the production of anionic and nonionic surfactants.

Product Highlights

• Sustainably sourced from vegetable oils
• Excellent stability and versatility
• Non-toxic, biodegradable, and eco-friendly