Sebacic Acid
Sebacic Acid (NDEVACID™ SEB) is currently under development at Nagdev Products. Target analytical specifications and development parameters are provided for pilot evaluation and technical planning. Commercial supply is not active while this grade remains under development.
Key Technical Facts
| Physical Form | Solid (White Powder / Crystals) |
|---|---|
| Key Specifications | Target values shared on request during development qualification. |
| Primary Applications | Bio-Based Engineering Polyamides · Synthetic Lubricant Diesters · Corrosion Inhibitors & Coolants |
Target specification
Target specification parameters; provisional values shared on request.
| SR NO | TEST PARAMETER | TARGET VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Target value shared on request |
| 2 | Sebacic Acid Content, % | Target value shared on request |
| 3 | Acid Value, mg KOH/g | Target value shared on request |
| 4 | Melting Point, °C | Target value shared on request |
| 5 | Iodine Value, g I₂/100g | Target value shared on request |
| 6 | Moisture, % | Target value shared on request |
| 7 | Ash, % | Target value shared on request |
| 8 | Colour, APHA | Target value shared on request |
| 9 | Adipic Acid, % | Target value shared on request |
| 10 | Caprylic Acid, % | Target value shared on request |
| 11 | Capric Acid, % | Target value shared on request |
| 12 | Solubility in Alcohol | Target value shared on request |
| 13 | Particle Size | Target value shared on request |
Target Applications
Planned industrial and synthesis uses for Sebacic Acid currently under commercial development.
Bio-Based Engineering Polyamides
Target dicarboxylic acid building block for synthesizing engineered Nylon 6,10 and Nylon 10,10 engineering plastics (under development).
Learn more →Synthetic Lubricant Diesters
Target monomer for esterification into dioctyl sebacate (DOS) and dibutyl sebacate (DBS) synthetic lubricant base stocks (under development).
Learn more →Corrosion Inhibitors & Coolants
Target dicarboxylate additive for extended-life automotive engine coolants and aqueous industrial metalworking fluids (under development).
Learn more →Target Packaging
Packaging will be confirmed when commercial supply starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What high-temperature alkaline cleavage synthesis route generates sebacic acid?
Castor oil ricinoleic acid is subjected to alkali fusion with sodium hydroxide at elevated temperatures (250–275°C), cleaving the 18-carbon chain into 10-carbon sebacic acid and 8-carbon 2-octanol.
Why is sebacic acid the benchmark monomer for bio-polyamides like Nylon 6,10 and Nylon 4,10?
Its linear 10-carbon aliphatic chain confers enhanced flexibility, low moisture absorption, and dimensional stability compared to petroleum adipic acid.
What is the development status of sebacic acid at Nagdev Products?
Under development. Pilot fusion and purification trials are underway to achieve polymer-grade purity (<0.1% monobasic acids).
Related Castor Products & Derivatives
Other castor oil grades and derivatives from the Nagdev range.
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