1,12-Dodecanedioic acid (DDA)

Coatings, Adhesives, Resins

DDA is used as a raw material for polyurethane resins, polyester resins, and polyamide resins, as well as a curing agent for acrylic powder paints. When reacting with various alcohols and diamines, it produces polyester and polyamide resins with excellent performance, especially in hydrolytic resistance, flexibility, and heat stability.

Flavors & Fragrances

DDA is used as a raw material for synthetic musk fragrances and a variety of organic synthesis processes. It is also used as a rust preventive in cutting oil. UBE is the sole manufacturer in Japan.