What are the products of combining potassium hydroxide and dodecanedioic acid?

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The discussion revolves around the chemical reaction involving potassium hydroxide and dodecanedioic acid. Participants identify that the resulting products would likely be potassium salts of dodecanedioic acid, specifically potassium dodecanoate. The importance of having a CAS number for these compounds is emphasized, as it is necessary for their identification and use in research and development. A specific CAS number for potassium dodecanoate (10124-65-9) is mentioned, highlighting its availability and relevance in the context of the discussion.
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Hi,

I have a solution that contains potassium hydroxide and dodecanedioic acid. I am trying to figure out what my products will be but I can't seem to find anything real that dodecanedioic acid would become.

Any insights?
 
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A dodecanedioate.
 
This is just a dicarboxylic acid.
 
Which would mean it would be either dodecanedioic acid, potassium salt or dodecanedioic acid, dipotassium salt. I cannot find CAS numbers for either of these species. In order to use either of those for my purpose I need to have a CAS number.
 
So it's not real if it doesn't have a CAS number, now?
 
alxm said:
So it's not real if it doesn't have a CAS number, now?

Exactly my thoughts, I just spared r&d that comment :smile:
 
...would be a soap.
 
potassium dodecanoate, a soap.
 
Dodecanodioate, potassium dodecanoate has a relatively easy to find CAS number (10124-65-9).
 
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