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What are the main applications of 1,12-dodecanediol (DCO)?
1% 2C12 -dodecyl diethanolamide (DCO) has a wide range of uses and has its presence in various fields.
In the field of daily chemical industry, it is often used as a surfactant. Because of its excellent emulsification, dispersion, solubilization and foaming properties, in detergents, oil stains can be effectively dispersed in water, enhancing the cleaning power. It is commonly found in various detergents and laundry detergents, and has a good decontamination effect. In cosmetics, the oil phase and water phase can be evenly mixed to ensure the stability of the product texture. Such as lotions, creams, etc., are commonly used ingredients in formulations.
In the field of textile printing and dyeing, DCO is also indispensable. It can be used as a leveling agent to help the dye adhere evenly to the fabric, avoid uneven dyeing, and make the fabric color uniform and bright; at the same time, as a penetrating agent, it can improve the penetration of the dye liquid into the fabric and improve the dyeing efficiency and quality.
In the field of metal processing, DCO plays a unique role. In metal cutting fluids, it can reduce the interfacial tension between the cutting fluid and the metal surface, so that the cutting fluid can better penetrate into the cutting area, play a lubrication and cooling effect, reduce tool wear, and improve machining accuracy. In metal cleaning agents, with its emulsification and dispersion properties, it can effectively remove oil and impurities on the metal surface, making the metal surface as clean as ever.
In the field of paper industry, DCO can be used as a softener. It can adsorb on the surface of paper fibers, reduce friction between fibers, and give paper a soft touch. It can also be used as an antistatic agent to reduce the generation of static electricity during paper production and use, avoid paper adhesion, and improve paper processing performance and use experience.
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,12-dodecanediol (DCO)?
1% 2C12-dodecyl dimethylamine oxide (DCO) is a class of surfactants. Its physical and chemical properties are quite specific and have applications in many fields.
In terms of its physical properties, under room temperature, it is mostly colorless to pale yellow transparent viscous liquid, which is quite uniform. It has good solubility, can be miscible with water, and can form a stable dispersion system in the aqueous phase. This is because its molecular structure has a hydrophilic amine oxide group at one end and a lipophilic dodecyl chain at the other end, so it exhibits good amphiphilicity.
As for chemical properties, 1% 2C12-dodecyl dimethylamine oxide is weakly basic. In aqueous solution, the oxidized amine group can undergo protonation reaction, showing certain alkaline characteristics. However, this alkalinity is weaker than that of traditional strong bases. It also has certain oxidizing properties. Although the oxidizing properties are not very strong, it can participate in partial redox reactions under specific conditions.
In addition, the stability of 1% 2C12-dodecyl dimethyl amine oxide is quite high. Under normal temperature and pH conditions, its chemical structure is not easy to change. However, under extreme conditions such as strong acid, strong base or high temperature, it may cause changes in its molecular structure and cause damage to its properties.
Because of its unique physical and chemical properties, 1% 2C12-dodecyl dimethylamine oxide is widely used in daily chemical, textile, petroleum and many other industries. In daily chemical products, it is often used as a foaming agent, foam stabilizer and thickener to improve the performance of products; in the textile industry, it can be used as a softener and antistatic agent to improve the quality of fabrics; in the petroleum field, it can also be used as an oil displacement agent to enhance crude oil recovery.
What are the production processes for 1,12-dodecanediol (DCO)?
The production process of 1% 2C12-dodecyl diethanolamine (DCO) has three methods, each of which is exquisite, and let me tell you one by one.
One is the fatty acid method. Take the fatty acid and diethanolamine and put them into the reactor in an appropriate ratio. The kettle needs to be filled with nitrogen to remove air and prevent oxidation. Then it is heated to 180-220 ° C. This temperature can cause the amidation reaction between the two. During the reaction, the stirring should not be stopped to ensure that the materials are in uniform contact. When the reaction is completed, the temperature is lowered, and the crude product can be obtained. After distillation under reduced pressure, impurities are removed, and pure 12-dodecyl diethanolamine is finally obtained. The raw materials for this process are common, and the operation is relatively simple. However, the reaction temperature is quite high and the energy consumption is also large.
The second is the fatty nitrile method. Fatty nitrile and diethanolamine are used as raw materials. First, the fatty nitrile and diethanolamine are mixed in proportion and put into the high-pressure reactor. Add a catalyst such as Raney Nickel to seal the kettle body. Hydrogen is introduced to make the pressure in the kettle reach 3-5 MPa, and the temperature is raised to 100-150 ° C. Under this condition, the fatty nitrile undergoes a hydrogenation reaction and combines with diethanolamine to form the target product. After the reaction is completed, the catalyst is filtered and purified by distillation. The reaction conditions of this process are mild, the product purity is high, and high-
The third is the ethylene oxide method. Dodecylamine is put into the reactor and ethylene oxide is slowly introduced. The reaction temperature is controlled at 80-120 ° C. During the reaction process, ethylene oxide is ring-opening and dodecylamine is added to generate 12-dodecyl diethanolamine. This process has fast reaction speed and good product quality. However, ethylene oxide has high activity. The operation needs to be cautious. If there is a little carelessness, it is prone to danger.
What is the approximate price range for 1,12-dodecanediol (DCO) in the market?
What is the price of 1% 2C12-dodecyl diethanolamine (DCO) in the market? This question is also related to the importance of business.
The husband of DCO has a wide range of uses and is involved in the chemical industry. The change in its price depends on various factors. As far as the raw material is concerned, if the production of its source fluctuates, or the difficulty of obtaining it is different, the price will also change accordingly. And the cost of production and energy consumption are all factors that affect the price.
The competition in the market state is also the key. Due to the small number of businesses, the situation of supply and demand affects its price. If the demand exceeds the supply, the price will rise; on the contrary, if the supply exceeds the demand, the price will fall.
According to the current situation, the price of 1% 2C12-dodecyl diethanolamine per kilogram is about [X] yuan to [X] yuan. However, this is only an approximate number, and the market conditions change, and the price is also changeable. It may rise or fall according to the market. If a businessperson wants to know the exact price, he should carefully observe the dynamics of the market and consult the industry to understand his situation. And the price may vary from place to place, depending on transportation and taxes. Therefore, if you want to know the truth, you must seek extensive information and be careful.
What is the upstream and downstream industrial chain of 1,12-dodecanediol (DCO)?
The upstream industry of 1% 2C12-dodecyl diethanolamide (DCO) is the source of raw material supply. Its key raw materials are lauric acid and diethanolamine. Lauric acid is mostly derived from natural oils, such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil. Pure lauric acid can be obtained through complex processes such as hydrolysis and fractionation. This process requires exquisite skills and suitable equipment to ensure the high quality of lauric acid. Diethanolamine is prepared by the reaction of ethylene oxide and ammonia. The quality of diethanolamine is related to the control of the reaction conditions and the purification of the product. The quality of the upstream industry directly affects the cost and quality of DCO.
Downstream industries, DCO is widely used. In the field of daily chemicals, it is often used as a surfactant for detergents, shampoos, body washes and other products. With its excellent thickening, foam stabilization and decontamination properties, the product experience can be improved. In the textile industry, it can be used as a softener and antistatic agent to give fabrics a soft touch and antistatic properties. In the metal processing industry, DCO can be used as a lubricant and rust inhibitor to reduce friction between metals and prevent metal rust. Downstream industries have different requirements for DCO performance, promoting continuous improvement and innovation.
In summary, the upstream and downstream industrial chains of 1% 2C12-dodecyl diethanolamide are closely connected. The stability and quality of upstream raw material supply determine the foundation of DCO production; downstream multi-application prompts DCO to continuously optimize and upgrade, and the two interact to jointly promote the industry forward.