Lauric Acid (C12, Dodecanoic Acid) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Dodecanoic Acid
- C12 Fatty Acid
- Laurostearic Acid
- 12:0
Lauric acid supplier for soap, detergent, surfactant and formulation buyers in Malaysia. Also known as dodecanoic acid, C12 fatty acid, laurostearic acid and 12:0, it is the saturated C12 fatty acid split from coconut and palm kernel oils that dominate regional oleochemical production.
Commercial material is commonly offered as white flakes or powder, with distilled or refined grades selected where colour, odour or assay control is tighter. Flakes suit general charging in soap and detergent plants, while powder and refined material are chosen for blending, personal-care work and intermediate manufacture.
The C12 chain gives quick, high foam in soaps and shampoos and is a standard feedstock for lauryl sulphates, ethoxylates and related actives. Cosmetic formulators use suitable grades in cleansers and creams, and food processors may request a food-oriented grade where the standard is stated clearly.
Send the required form or grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 143-07-7
- Formula
- C12H24O2
- Grade
- industrial, refined, food
- Appearance
- white powder or flakes
Lauric Acid grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauric acid flakes | white solid flakes | — | Common trade form for soap, detergent and general oleochemical charging where solid flakes suit manual or bagged handling. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Lauric acid powder | white powdery solid | — | Selected where finer particle size supports blending, dispersion or faster melt-in during formulation. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Distilled or refined lauric acid | white flakes or powder | — | Higher-purity C12 material for surfactant intermediates, personal-care formulations and other uses that need tighter colour, odour or assay control. Confirm analytical limits against the intended process. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy lauric acid from ChemTrade
Request a quote for lauric acid
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white powdery solid or flakes | — |
| Solubility | soluble in ethanol and oils, insoluble in water | — |
| Carbon chain | C12 saturated fatty acid (lipid shorthand 12:0) | — |
| Typical melting point | about 43 to 44 °C | — |
| Common grade checks | acid value, iodine value, titre, colour, moisture and assay as required by the application | — |
Lauric Acid applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- irritant
Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials. Pure lauric acid may cause mild skin or eye irritation; handle with gloves and eye protection and follow the safety information for the grade quoted.
Common questions about lauric acid
Is lauric acid the same as dodecanoic acid or C12?
Yes. Lauric acid is the C12 saturated fatty acid also called dodecanoic acid, C12 fatty acid, laurostearic acid and 12:0 in lipid shorthand. The commercial form and grade should still be stated because flakes, powder and refined material are selected for different handling and purity needs.
Which form should I request, flakes or powder?
Flakes are the common bagged trade form for soap and general oleochemical charging. Powder is chosen where finer particles help blending or melt-in. Describe the dosing method or process so the offered form can be confirmed with the quotation.
Why is lauric acid used in soap and surfactant manufacture?
The C12 chain supports quick, high foam in soap, shampoo and detergent systems and is a standard feedstock for lauryl sulphate and related surfactant intermediates. State whether you need the fatty acid itself or a downstream derivative so the enquiry can be matched correctly.
What specifications should a buyer provide?
Give the intended application and any limits for acid value, iodine value, titre, colour, moisture and assay. For a grade already approved in production, include the current specification or a representative sample requirement so the quotation can aim closer to that material.
Is every lauric acid grade suitable for food or personal care?
No. Industrial material should not be assumed to meet a food or cosmetic standard. State the intended use and any required standard so the quotation can identify a suitable refined or food-oriented grade.
What packing and documents can be requested?
Pack format and documentation depend on the grade and source offered. List the preferred packing and any safety, specification or batch documents with the enquiry; the quotation confirms what applies.
How is lauric acid priced?
Pricing is provided on enquiry with a stated validity period. Form, grade, specification, quantity and delivery location all affect the quotation, so include them for a like-for-like offer.