LAURIC ACID

Lauric acid, or systematically, dodecanoic acid is a saturated fatty acid with a 12-carbon atom chain, so it has many properties of medium-chain fatty acids, it is a bright white, powdery solid with a slight odor of bay oil or soap. Salts and esters of lauric acid are known as laurates.

CAS No: 143-07-7

EC No: 205-582-1

Formula: C12H24O2

Synonyms of Lauric Acid:

LAURIC ACID; n-Dodecanoic acid; Dodecylic acid; Dodecoic acid; Laurostearic acid; Vulvic acid; 1-Undecanecarboxylic acid; Duodecylic acid; cas no: 143-07-7; Acide n-dodécanoïque, Acide dodécylique, Acide laurique, Origine(s) : Végétale, Animale. Autres langues : Acido laurico, Laurische Säure. Nom INCI : LAURIC ACID. Nom chimique : Dodecanoic acid. N° EINECS/ELINCS : 205-582-1. Agent nettoyant : Aide à garder une surface propre. Agent émulsifiant : Favorise la formation de mélanges intimes entre des liquides non miscibles en modifiant la tension interfaciale (eau et huile). Tensioactif : Réduit la tension superficielle des cosmétiques et contribue à la répartition uniforme du produit lors de son utilisation. Noms français : Acide dodécanoïque; Acide laurique; Dodecanoic acid; LAURIC ACID; LAUROSTEARIC ACID. Famille chimique: Acide carboxylique; Utilisation : Fabrication de savons, fabrication de cosmétiques. Présent naturellement, à près de 50 %, dans l'huile de noix de coco et dans l'huile de palmiste; Inci : Lauric acid, Cas : 143-07-7, EC : 205-582-1, Synonyme de Acide dodécanoïque,Acide dodécanoïque, Acide laurique, Dodecanoic acid, LAURIC ACID, LAUROSTEARIC ACID. Acid lauric (ro), Acide laurique (fr), Acido laurico (it), Aċidu lawriku (mt), Ido láurico (pt), Kwas laurynowy (pl), Kyselina dodekánová (sk), Lauric acid (no), Lauriinhape (et), Lauriinihappo (fi), Laurinezuur (nl), Laurinsav (hu), Laurinska kiselina (hr), Laurinsyra (sv), Laurinsyre (da), Laurinsäure (de), Laurová kyselina (cs), Laurīnskābe (lv), Lavrinska kislina (sl), Uro rūgštis (lt), Ácido láurico (es), Λαυρικό οξύ (el), Додеканова киселина (bg), laurik asit, laurik asid, lorik asit, lorik asid, 1-Dodecansäure, docecanoic acid

What is Lauric Acid?

Occurrence: Lauric acid, a component of triglycerides, makes up about half the fatty acid content in coconut milk, coconut oil, laurel oil, and palm kernel oil (not to be confused with palm oil), otherwise, it is relatively rare. It is also found in breast milk (6.2% of total fat), cow's milk (2.9%) and goat's milk (3.1%). Lauric acid is one of these active parts. It is a medium-length long-chain fatty acid or lipid that makes up about half of the fatty acids in coconut oil. Lauric acid is a potent substance sometimes extracted from coconut for use in developing monolaurin. Monolaurin, bacteria, It is an antimicrobial agent that can fight pathogens such as viruses and yeasts. You cannot digest lauric acid alone, as it is irritating and does not occur alone in nature. You are most likely to get it in the form of coconut oil or fresh coconut. While coconut oil is being studied at breakthrough speed, most of the research does not pinpoint exactly what is responsible for the oil's reported benefits. Since coconut oil contains a lot more than lauric acid, it would be too long to credit lauric acid with all the benefits of coconut oil. Still, a 2015 analysis suggested that most of the benefits linked to coconut oil were directly attributed to lauric acid. They suggest that lauric acid may aid weight loss and protect against Alzheimer's disease, among other benefits. The effects on blood cholesterol levels still need to be clarified. This research shows that the benefits of lauric acid are a result of how the body uses acid. Most of the lauric acid is sent directly to the liver where it is converted into energy rather than stored as fat. Compared to other saturated fats, lauric acid contributes the least to fat storage. Lauric acid is a saturated fat. It is found in many vegetable oils, especially coconut and palm kernel oils. People use it as a medicine. Lauric acid is used to treat viral infections, including influenza (flu); swine flu; Bird flu; common cold; fever blisters, cold sores, and genital herpes caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV); genital warts caused by human papilloma virus (HPV); and HIV / AIDS. It is also used to prevent HIV from being transmitted from mothers to children. Other uses for lauric acid include bronchitis, gonorrhea, yeast infections, chlamydia, Giardia lamblia. Treatment for intestinal infections and ringworm caused by the parasite. Lauric acid in foods is used as a vegetable abbreviation. In manufacturing, lauric acid is used to make soap and shampoo. It is not known how lauric acid works as a medicine. Some research suggests that lauric acid may be a safer oil than trans fats in food preparations. Lauric acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its official name is dodecanoic acid. It is a white coat that is slightly soluble in water. Lauric acid esters (mainly triglycerides) are only found in vegetable oils, particularly coconut milk and oil, bay oil, and palm kernel oil. In contrast, myristic acid triglycerides occur in plants and animals, particularly nutmeg oil, coconut oil, and mammalian milk. Fatty acids have a bad name because they are strongly associated with high serum cholesterol levels in humans. Lauric and myristic acids are among the worst offenders; For this reason, many governments and health organizations recommend that coconut oil and milk, along with other high-saturated fat substances, should be eliminated from the diet. Lauric acid, or systematically, dodecanoic acid is a saturated fatty acid with a chain of 12 carbon atoms, hence a It has many properties, it is a dark colored oil solid, a dark colored oil solid and a dark oil. Salts and esters of lauric acid are known as laurates.

Its chemical formula is CH3 (CH2) 1 (/ 0) COOH. White crystals. Both dodecanoic acid and dodecilic acid. Melting point 44.8 ° C, Boiling point 176 ° C (15 mm Hg). It is insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol. Raw materials for lauryl alcohol, raw material for detergents and plasticizers. In coconut oil, glycerin is found as an ester.

Lauric acid, or systematically, dodecanoic acid is a saturated fatty acid with a chain of 12 carbon atoms, hence it has many properties of medium chain fatty acids, it is a dark fatty solid and a dark fatty solid and a dark oil. The salts and esters of lauric acid are known as laurates. Its chemical formula is CH3 (CH2) 1 (/ 0) COOH. White crystals. Both dodecanoic acid and dodecilic acid. Melting point 44.8 ° C, Boiling point 176 ° C (15 mm Hg). It is insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol. Raw materials for lauryl alcohol, raw material for detergents and plasticizers. In coconut oil, glycerin is found as an ester. Coconut oil's primary fatty acid is lauric acid, which is about 45-53%. The metabolic and physiological properties of lauric acid are responsible for many properties of coconut oil. Coconut oil is rapidly metabolized because it is easily absorbed and lauric acid is easily transported. Detailed studies have shown that most of the lauric acid taken is transported directly to the liver where it is converted into energy and other metabolites rather than being stored as fat. Such metabolites include ketone bodies that can be used as an instant form of energy by extrahepatic tissues such as the brain and heart. Studies regarding the effect of lauric acid on serum cholesterol are conflicting. Among the saturated fatty acids, lauric acid has been shown to contribute the least to fat accumulation. Lauric acid and monolaurin have significantly significant antimicrobial activity against gram positive bacteria and a number of fungi and viruses. Today, there are many commercial products that use lauric acid and monolaurin as antimicrobial agents. Because of the significant differences in lauric acid properties compared to longer chain fatty acids, they are typically divided into medium chain fatty acids covering C6 - C12 and long chain fatty acids covering C14 and longer. Coconut oil is all the rage in natural beauty and wellness regimens. Numerous blogs and natural health websites have come out as a miracle product and has been able to do anything to relieve chapped skin. However, when you break down coconut oil into its active parts, things start to look less miraculous and more like science. Lauric acid is one of those active parts. . It is a medium-length long-chain fatty acid or lipid that makes up about half of the fatty acids in coconut oil.Lauric acid is often used in lab research of melting point depression Used, inexpensive, non-toxic and safe to use compound. Lauric acid is a solid at room temperature but dissolves easily in boiling water, so liquid lauric acid can be processed with a variety of solutes and used to determine their molecular mass.

The main sources of lauric acid are coconut and palm oil. An economic analysis showed that breeding for higher levels of seed content yielded the highest returns from palm oil. An increase of 5-10 percent of the seed in the bunch would bring a net profit of US $ 300 for every 100 tonnes of fresh fruit bunches (Rajanaidu et al. 1996). Growing high seed planting material (PS3) can be a lucrative undertaking. Existing planting material has 5–10 percent sheaf. Taken from the northern part of Nigeria populations contain higher levels of nuclei (more than 10 percent). Selected Nigerian duras are progeny tested with AVROS pisifera. Nigerian teneras and pisiferas and Serdang pisiferas are other high core gene sources that can be utilized for PS3 production.

This substance is registered under the REACH Regulation and is produced and / or imported in the European Economic Area between ≥ 10 000 and <100 000 tonnes per year. It is used in facilities and manufacturing.

Characteristics: Although 95% of medium-chain triglycerides are absorbed via the portal vein, only 25-30% of lauric acid is absorbed from there. Like many other fatty acids, lauric acid is cheap, has a long shelf life, non-toxic and safe to use. It is mainly used in the production of soap and cosmetics. For these purposes, lauric acid is reacted with sodium hydroxide to obtain sodium laurate, a soap. It is most commonly obtained by saponification of various oils such as sodium laurate and coconut oil. These precursors yield mixtures of sodium laurate and other soaps. Laboratory Use: In the laboratory, lauric acid can be used to investigate the molar mass of an unknown substance through freezing point drop. Lauric acid selection is favorable because the melting point of the pure compound is relatively high (43.8 ° C). Its cryoscopic constant is 3.9 ° C kg / mol. By melting the lauric acid with the unknown substance and allowing it to cool, and recording the temperature at which the mixture freezes, the molar mass of the unknown compound can be determined.

Lauric acid is a potent substance that is sometimes extracted from coconut for use in developing monolaurin. Monolaurin is an antimicrobial agent that can fight pathogens such as bacteria, viruses and yeast. You cannot beat lauric acid alone, as it is irritating and not found in nature alone. You are likely to get it in the form of coconut oil or fresh coconut. Apply directly to your skin to get the topical benefits of lauric acid and coconut oil. While this is not recommended for acne sufferers, the risks are minimal in dealing with issues like skin hydration and psoriasis. Coconut oil can also be used in cooking. Its sweet, nutty flavor makes a great addition to desserts, including double chocolate paleo cakes and paleo banana bread. You can also use it to sauté vegetables or add flavor to mashed sweet potatoes or Caribbean curry soup. Since lauric acid has antibacterial properties, it has been found to fight acne effectively. The bacteria Propionibacterium acnes are found naturally on the skin. When overgrown, they lead to the development of acne. The results of a 2009 study found that lauric acid can reduce inflammation and the number of bacteria present. Lauric acid worked better than benzoyl peroxide, a common acne treatment. A 2016 study also reaffirmed the acne-fighting properties of lauric acid, which doesn't mean you should put coconut oil on your acne. The researchers used pure lauric acid and suggested that it could be improved into antibiotic treatment for acne in the future.

Features:

Chemical formula: C12H24O2

Molar mass: 200.322 gmol - 1

Appearance: White powder

Fragrance: Light bay oil fragrance

Density: 1.007 g / cm3 (24 ° C) 0.8744 g / cm3 (41.5 ° C) 0.8679 g / cm3 (50 ° C)

Melting point: 43.8 ° C (110.8 ° F; 316.9 K)

Boiling point: 297.9 ° C (568.2 ° F; 571.0 K) 282.5 ° C (540.5 ° F; 555.6 K) at 512 mmHg

225.1 ° C (437.2 ° F; 498.2 K) at 100 mmHg

Solubility in water: 37 mg / L (0 ° C) 55 mg / L (20 ° C) 63 mg / L (30 ° C) 72 mg / L (45 ° C)

83 mg / L (100 ° C)

Solubility: Soluble in alcohols, diethyl ether, phenyls, haloalkanes, acetates

Solubility in methanol: 12.7 g / 100 g (0 ° C) 120 g / 100 g (20 ° C) 2250 g / 100 g (40 °)

Solubility in acetone: 8.95 g / 100 g (0 ° C) 60.5 g / 100 g (20 ° C) 1590 g / 100 g (40 ° C)

Solubility in ethyl acetate: 9.4 g / 100 g (0 ° C) 52 g / 100 g (20 ° C) 1250 g / 100 g (40 ° C)

Solubility in toluene: 15.3 g / 100 g (0 ° C) 97 g / 100 g (20 ° C) 1410 g / 100 g (40 ° C) [5]

per day P 4.6

Vapor pressure 2.13 10−6 kPa (25 ° C) 0.42 kPa (150 ° C) 6.67 kPa (210 ° C)

Acidity (pKa): 5.3 (20 ° C) [6]

Thermal conductivity: 0.442 W / m K (solid) 0.1921 W / m K (72.5 ° C) 0.1748 W / m K (106 ° C)

Refractive index (nD): 1.423 (70 ° C) 1.4183 (82 ° C)

Viscosity: 6.88 cP (50 ° C) 5.37 cP (60 ° C)    

Structure:

Crystal structure: Monoclinic (α-form) Triclinic, aP228 (γ-form)

Space group: P21 / a, No. 14 (α-form) P1, No. 2 (γ-form)

Point group: 2 / m (α-form) 1 (γ-form)

Lattice constant: a = 9,524 Å, b = 4,965 Å, c = 35.39 Å (α-form) α = 90 °, β = 129.22 °, γ = 90 °

Thermochemistry:

Heat capacity (C) 404.28 J / mol K

Std enthalpy formation: (ΔfH⦵298) −775.6 kJ / mol

Std enthalpy: (ΔcH⦵298) 7377 kJ / mol 7425,8 kJ / mol (292 K)

Dangers:

GHS pictograms GHS05: Corrosive

GHS Signal word Danger

GHS hazard statements H412

GHS precautionary statements P273

NFPA 704 (fire apple)

NFPA 704 four-color diamond

Flash point> 113 ° C (235 ° F; 386 K)