Description

Propylene Didecanoate is a high-purity diester compound derived from propylene glycol and decanoic acid. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile, low-volatility intermediate and functional additive, prized for its excellent solvency and stability profile. It is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and specialty lubricants industries seeking reliable performance ingredients.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an effective emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used as a secondary plasticizer or lubricant in specialty polymer processing to enhance flexibility and workability.
• Specialty Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive in high-performance lubricants requiring thermal and oxidative stability.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Industrial Solvent: Employed as a solvent for resins, inks, and coatings where low volatility and high solvency power are required.
• Food Contact Material Applications: Potentially used in formulations for coatings and polymers intended for food packaging (subject to specific regulatory compliance).

Basic Information

Product Name	Propylene Didecanoate
CAS No.	53824-77-4
Molecular Formula	C23H44O4
Molecular Weight	384.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Propylene Glycol Didecanoate; 1,2-Propanediol Didecanoate; Decanoic Acid, 1,2-Propanediyl Ester; Bis(1-oxodecyl) 1,2-Propanedioate; Propylene Bis(caprate); PGDC; Didecanoyl Propylene Glycol Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Propylene Didecanoate 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. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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 alkalis and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, 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 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920

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