Description

Octyldodecanol is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol widely recognized for its excellent emollient properties and chemical stability. This versatile ingredient is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance the sensory profile and performance of personal care and cosmetic products. It serves as a key emollient, solvent, and viscosity modifier for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Emollient: Primary use as a non-greasy, spreading emollient in skin creams, lotions, sunscreens, and decorative cosmetics to provide a smooth, silky after-feel.
• Pharmaceutical Carrier: Used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical pharmaceutical ointments and transdermal delivery systems.
• Hair Care Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent and gloss improver in hair care products like shampoos, conditioners, and styling aids.
• Pigment & Dye Dispersant: Serves as an effective wetting and dispersing agent for inorganic pigments and organic dyes in color cosmetics and industrial applications.
• Plasticizer & Lubricant: Functions as a secondary plasticizer and lubricant in polymer processing and as a component in synthetic lubricants.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of esters, which are valuable as surfactants, emulsifiers, and specialty lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyldodecanol
CAS No.	34513-50-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₄₂O
Molecular Weight	298.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Octyldodecan-1-ol; 2-Octyl-1-dodecanol; 2-Octyldodecyl Alcohol; Isoeicosyl Alcohol; Jarcol I-20; Eutanol G; C20 Alcohol (branched)
EINECS	252-073-5

Quality Control

Our Octyldodecanol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive support for regulatory compliance, including documentation for REACH, FDA (where applicable), and other global chemical inventories. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical parameters are available for every 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 0.1 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	180 - 190 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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