Description

Octadecyl Octanoate is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid ester derived from stearyl alcohol and caprylic acid. This compound serves as a versatile and effective emollient, lubricant, and coupling agent in advanced formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product texture, stability, and performance.

Application

• Primary emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sun care products.
• Lubricant and gloss enhancer in high-performance hair care formulations and color cosmetics.
• Plasticizer and processing aid in the manufacture of polymers and specialty plastics.
• Intermediate for the synthesis of more complex surfactants and ester derivatives.
• Carrier and solvent for active ingredients in pharmaceutical and topical ointments.
• Textile finishing agent to impart softness and water repellency to fabrics.
• Additive in industrial lubricants and release agents for metalworking and molding.
• Component in specialty coatings and inks to improve flow and substrate wetting.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadecyl Octanoate
CAS No.	18312-31-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight	396.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Stearyl Caprylate; Octadecyl Caprylate; n-Octadecyl Octanoate; Stearyl Octanoate; Caprylic Acid, Octadecyl Ester; Octanoic Acid, Octadecyl Ester; 1-Octadecanol, Octanoate; Kemester 1822 (Trade Name)
EINECS	242-201-8

Quality Control

Our Octadecyl Octanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity, consistency, and performance for industrial and cosmetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	140 - 150 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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