Description

Dodecyl Butyrate is a high-purity ester compound, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient. Its chemical structure provides excellent solvency and compatibility, making it a key component in the formulation of high-performance products. This material is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Used as a fragrance ingredient and flavoring agent, imparting fruity, waxy, or creamy notes to perfumes, cosmetics, and food products.
• Plasticizer & Solvent: Acts as a plasticizer for polymers and a solvent for resins, inks, and coatings, improving flexibility and processing.
• Lubricant & Surfactant Intermediate: Serves as a base or intermediate in the synthesis of lubricant additives and non-ionic surfactants.
• Personal Care Products: Employed as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, and other cosmetic formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters and specialty chemicals.
• Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: Utilized as a component in formulations for industrial and institutional cleaning products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyl Butyrate
CAS No.	3724-61-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	256.43 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauryl Butyrate; Dodecyl Butanoate; Butyric Acid Dodecyl Ester; Lauryl Butanoate; n-Dodecyl Butyrate; Dodecan-1-yl Butyrate; FEMA 3941; 1-Dodecyl Butyrate
EINECS	223-074-4

Quality Control

Our Dodecyl Butyrate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for fragrance, flavor, and technical-grade materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 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.