Description

Octyl Caprate is a high-purity ester compound, also known as decyl octanoate, valued for its excellent solvent properties, low volatility, and favorable skin feel. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient across multiple high-value industrial and consumer sectors. Key industries that utilize this product include personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an effective emollient and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, and sunscreens, providing a non-greasy, silky texture.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a solvent or carrier for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in topical formulations and transdermal delivery systems.
• Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive in specialty lubricants and mold release agents for plastics and rubber.
• Flavor & Fragrance: Employed as a solvent or fixative in the production of fine fragrances and flavor concentrates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters and specialty chemicals.
• Plasticizers: Used as a secondary plasticizer or co-solvent in polymer and resin formulations to improve flexibility and processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl Caprate
CAS No.	2306-92-5
Molecular Formula	C18H36O2
Molecular Weight	284.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Decyl Octanoate; Capric Acid Decyl Ester; Decyl Decanoate (common misnomer); n-Decyl Octanoate; Octanoic Acid, Decyl Ester; Decanol, Octanoate; CAS 2306-92-5
EINECS	218-973-6

Quality Control

Our Octyl Caprate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectrometry, to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865

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