1,2-Dilaurin

• CAT Number: M081237
• CAS Number: 17598-94-6
• Molecular Formula: C27H52O5
• Molecular Weight: 456.70
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (2-dodecanoyloxy-3-hydroxypropyl) dodecanoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C27H52O5/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-26(29)31-24-25(23-28)32-27(30)22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h25,28H,3-24H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: OQQOAWVKVDAJOI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(CO)OC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCC

1,2-Dilaurin (Cat No.:M081237) is a diester derived from lauric acid, consisting of two lauric acid molecules esterified to a glycerol backbone. This compound is commonly used in the food and cosmetic industries as an emulsifier and stabilizer due to its ability to improve the texture and shelf life of products. 1,2-Dilaurin also finds applications in pharmaceutical formulations, where it is used as a drug carrier or in liposomal drug delivery systems. Additionally, it has surfactant properties and is utilized in the synthesis of biodegradable polymers and in personal care products.