Description

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is a high-purity, synthetic diester derived from butylene glycol and a blend of caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) fatty acids. This versatile emollient and solvent is prized for its excellent skin feel, low viscosity, and exceptional oxidative stability, making it a superior alternative to traditional oils. It is a critical ingredient for formulators in the personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking lightweight, non-greasy, and stable base components.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and solvent in sunscreens, creams, lotions, and makeup removers, providing a smooth, non-oily skin feel.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a penetration enhancer and carrier solvent in ointments, gels, and transdermal drug delivery systems.
• Lipstick & Color Cosmetics: Serves as a pigment dispersant and binder, improving color payoff and texture in lipsticks, foundations, and eyeshadows.
• Hair Care Products: Functions as a conditioning agent and gloss enhancer in shampoos, conditioners, and hair serums, reducing frizz without heaviness.
• Skin Cleansing Products: An effective solvent for oils and impurities in cleansing oils, balms, and micellar waters, offering excellent rinseability.
• Industrial Lubricants & Release Agents: Employed in specialized applications requiring a low-viscosity, stable, and non-toxic lubricant or mold release agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
CAS No.	211107-84-5
Molecular Formula	C24H46O4 (typical for dicaprate)
Molecular Weight	398.6 g/mol (typical for dicaprate)
Synonyms	1,3-Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate; BGDC; Butanediol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate; Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride of Butylene Glycol; Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate Dicaprate; Dicaprylyl Carbonate (related ester); Cosmetic Grade Ester; Light Emollient Ester
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Quality Control

Our Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for purity, acid value, and sensory properties, suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical 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 to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	280 - 300 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 1.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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