Description

Dibutyloctyl Malate is a high-purity ester compound, valued for its performance as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. Its chemical structure provides excellent solvency and compatibility, making it a key component in advanced formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality ingredients.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an effective emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used to modify the flexibility and processing characteristics of various polymer systems.
• Lubricant & Grease Component: Serves as a synthetic base or additive in specialty lubricants and industrial greases.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of more complex esters, surfactants, and specialty chemicals.
• Solvent & Carrier: Functions as a solvent for resins, dyes, and other active ingredients in industrial applications.
• Adhesive & Sealant Formulations: Imparts desired rheological properties and enhances adhesion in specialty adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibutyloctyl Malate
CAS No.	399551-19-0
Molecular Formula	C21H40O5
Molecular Weight	372.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibutyl Octyl Malate; 1,4-Dibutyl 2-Octyl 2-Hydroxysuccinate; Malic Acid, Dibutyl Octyl Ester; Octyl Dibutyl Malate; Butyl Octyl Malate; DBOM
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Quality Control

Our Dibutyloctyl Malate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.950 - 0.970

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