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.
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Applications
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.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Yabalak, E.; Gormez, O.; Gozmen, B.; Gizir, A. M. The solubility of sebacic acid in subcritical water using the response surface methodology. Int. J. Ind. Chem. 2015, 6 (1), 23-29.
- Kang, Y.; Chen, Z.; Wang, B.; Yang, Y. Synthesis and mechanical properties of thermoplastic films from lignin, sebacic acid and poly (ethylene glycol). Ind. Crops Prod. 2014, 56, 105-112.