dodekanoic
Dodecanoic is a term that can refer to several chemical substances, most commonly dodecanoic acid and its derivatives. Dodecanoic acid, also known as lauric acid, is a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)10COOH. It is a white, crystalline solid at room temperature. Dodecanoic acid is found naturally in many plant and animal fats. It is particularly abundant in coconut oil and palm kernel oil, where it constitutes a significant percentage of the total fatty acid content. It is also present in human breast milk.
In industrial applications, dodecanoic acid is used in the production of soaps, detergents, and cosmetics. Its
The term "dodecanoic" can also refer to compounds related to dodecanoic acid, such as dodecanoyl chloride, which