Description

1,2-Propanediol, 3-Decyloxy- is a specialty alkoxylated glycol derivative, also known by its CAS number 10430-97-4. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, combining the hydrophilic properties of a glycol with the hydrophobic character of a long-chain alkyl ether, making it an effective intermediate and performance additive. It is primarily sought by formulators in the personal care, coatings, and specialty chemical industries for its surfactant and solubilizing properties.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a non-ionic surfactant, emulsifier, and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and makeup formulations.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Serves as a wetting agent, dispersant, and flow modifier to improve pigment dispersion and film formation.
• Lubricants & Functional Fluids: Used as a base fluid or additive component in synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids for enhanced stability.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile hydrophobic building block for producing esters, polyethers, and other specialty surfactants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Functions as a penetrant and spreading agent in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve efficacy.
• Household & I&I Cleaning: Employed as a solvent and coupling agent in hard-surface cleaners and degreasers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Propanediol, 3-Decyloxy-
CAS No.	10430-97-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	232.36 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Decyloxy-1,2-propanediol; Decyl Glyceryl Ether; 1,2-Dihydroxy-3-decyloxypropane; 3-(Decyloxy)propane-1,2-diol; Glyceryl Decyl Ether; Propylene glycol decyl ether; Decyl Glyceryl Ether; Decyl ether of glycerol
EINECS	233-905-8

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Propanediol, 3-Decyloxy- is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment.

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 and heat sources. Under these conditions, the product is stable for at least 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Density (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96 g/mL

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