Description

1-Docosanol Formate is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid ester derived from behenyl alcohol. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, prized for its emollient properties and chemical stability. It is essential for formulators in the personal care, cosmetics, and high-performance lubricants industries seeking to enhance product texture, moisture retention, and performance.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and lipsticks.
• Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive in specialty lubricants requiring high thermal stability and low volatility.
• Textile Processing: Used as a softening agent and lubricant for fibers and yarns.
• Plastic & Polymer Industry: Serves as an internal or external lubricant and release agent in polymer processing.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a key intermediate for the production of other behenyl esters and surfactants.
• Industrial Coatings: Imparts slip and mar resistance in coatings and inks.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Docosanol Formate
CAS No.	15155-62-1
Molecular Formula	C23H46O2
Molecular Weight	354.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Docosyl Formate; Behenyl Formate; Formic Acid, Docosyl Ester; n-Docosanyl Formate; 1-Docosanyl Formate; Docosan-1-ol Formate; C22 Alcohol Formate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Docosanol Formate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every 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 all test results is provided with each 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid / waxy flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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