Description

Butyl Undecylenate is a high-purity organic ester derived from undecylenic acid, serving as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient. Its unique chemical structure provides excellent solvency, lubricity, and compatibility, making it a valuable asset in advanced formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, fragrance, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a fixative and solvent for perfumes and aromatic compounds, enhancing longevity and stability.
• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and cosmetic products.
• Lubricant and Plasticizer: Serves as a synthetic lubricant base oil and a specialty plasticizer for polymers requiring low-temperature flexibility.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing more complex esters, surfactants, and other fine chemicals.
• Industrial Additives: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor, mold release agent, or processing aid in various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Undecylenate
CAS No.	109-42-2
Molecular Formula	C15H28O2
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Undecylenic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 10-Undecenoate; n-Butyl Undecylenate; Butyl 10-Hendecenoate; 10-Undecenoic Acid Butyl Ester; Hendecenoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl Undec-10-enoate
EINECS	203-670-6

Quality Control

Our Butyl Undecylenate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring a reliable supply for demanding industrial and cosmetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.