Dodecyl Mercaptan

What is it?

Dodecyl mercaptan is a stabilizer added to polyurethane resins and neoprene glues and used in creation of flavor concentrate.

How do I avoid it?

Avoid contact with this substance. Avoidance requires reading labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and on occasion, direct communication with the manufacturer.

Uses:

• Biocides
• Creation of flavor concentrate
• Dry cleaning
• Flavors and fragrances
• Beverages
• Chewing gum
• Confection
• Meat
• Glues in shoe industry
• Health and pharmaceutical
• Imaging and photography
• Leather and textile processing
• Metal-working and metal processing
• Mining chemicals
• Natural gas odorants
• Polyurethane resins
• Racing fuels
• Water treatment

Other names for Dodecyl Mercaptan:

• 1-Dodecyl mercaptan
• n-Dodecyl mercaptan
• Lauryl mercaptan
• n-Lauryl mercaptan
• 1-Mercaptododecane
• NDM
• NDDM
• 1-dodecanethiol
• Auryl mercaptan
• Dodecane-1-thiol