Description

Octanoic Acid, Eicosyl Ester is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid ester derived from caprylic acid and eicosanol. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, prized for its excellent lubricity, stability, and hydrophobic properties. It is essential for formulators and manufacturers in the personal care, lubricant, and polymer industries seeking to enhance product performance and texture.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a high-performance emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and lipsticks.
• Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive to improve lubricity, reduce friction, and enhance thermal stability.
• Polymer & Plastic Additives: Used as an internal or external lubricant and processing aid in PVC, polyolefins, and engineering plastics.
• Textile & Fiber Processing: Serves as a softening agent and spin finish component to improve fiber handle and processing efficiency.
• Metalworking Fluids: Employed as a corrosion inhibitor and lubricity enhancer in cutting and drawing oils.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Imparts water repellency, improves flow, and acts as a leveling agent in various formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octanoic Acid, Eicosyl Ester
CAS No.	42231-45-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₅₆O₂
Molecular Weight	424.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Eicosyl Octanoate; Eicosyl Caprylate; Caprylic Acid, Eicosyl Ester; n-Eicosyl Octanoate; Docosyl Octanoate (common trade name context); Behenyl Octanoate (related commercial blend); Fatty Acid Ester C8-C20; Icosyl Octanoate
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Quality Control

Our Octanoic Acid, Eicosyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet precise specifications. 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 and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Saponification Value	125 - 135 mg KOH/g
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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