Description

Hexyl Decanoate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its excellent solvency and low volatility profile. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient across several high-value manufacturing sectors. Key industries that utilize this product include flavor and fragrance manufacturing, personal care formulation, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a solvent and carrier for aromatic compounds, and as a building block for synthetic fruit and floral notes.
• Personal Care and Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and other topical formulations.
• Lubricant and Grease Formulation: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive component in specialty lubricants requiring high thermal stability.
• Plasticizer and Polymer Additive: Functions as a co-plasticizer to improve flexibility and processing of certain polymers and resins.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a key intermediate or starting material in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Industrial Cleaners and Degreasers: Used as a component in formulations for precision cleaning and degreasing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexyl Decanoate
CAS No.	10448-26-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	256.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexyl Caprate; n-Hexyl Decanoate; Decanoic Acid Hexyl Ester; n-Hexyl n-Decanoate; Capric Acid Hexyl Ester; Hexyl Decylate; Hexyl Caprinate; CAS 10448-26-7
EINECS	233-950-1

Quality Control

Our Hexyl Decanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.433 - 1.437
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.860 - 0.865
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.