Dodecanedioic acid (CED0009377)

Dodecanedioic acid (C12H22O4) is a chemical compound with an average molecular weight of 230.30 g/mol. Dodecanedioic acid belongs to the fatty acids and conjugates, a subclass of fatty acyls within the organic compounds. In industrial applications, it serves as a chemical reaction regulator, a flow promoter, and a softener and conditioner. The compound is used in Polyamide and is released from plastics including Polystyrene, Polyethylene Terephthalate, and Polypropylene. It has been identified in 36 recorded sources. These include building and construction materials such as floors, ceilings, and fencing, as well as drinking water and water supply systems. Within the category of food, food processing, and cookware, it is associated with food contact materials, the processing of meats, the preparation of wort, and fermentation processes for beer. It is also found in household cleaning and consumer products, including bleaching agents, perfumes within soaps and detergents, cigar cigarettes, other smoking requisites, and non electric simulated smoking devices. Additionally, it is present in electrical and electronic equipment, such as coils, antennas, contacts, auxiliary devices, and communication cables or conductors. Exposure to dodecanedioic acid may occur through oral, inhalation, or touch routes.