Description

2-Tetradecanol Octanoate is a high-purity ester compound, also known as myristyl octanoate, valued for its excellent emollient and solvent properties. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, offering superior stability and compatibility in demanding formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer: Used as a synthetic lubricant base oil and a plasticizer for polymers requiring low volatility.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex esters and specialty surfactants.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber and fabric treatment formulations.
• Industrial Solvent: Employed as a solvent for resins, waxes, and oils in various industrial applications.
• Metalworking Fluids: Incorporated as a component in synthetic and semi-synthetic cutting and grinding fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Tetradecanol Octanoate
CAS No.	55193-79-8
Molecular Formula	C22H44O2
Molecular Weight	340.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristyl Octanoate; Tetradecyl Octanoate; n-Tetradecyl Octanoate; Octanoic Acid, Tetradecyl Ester; 2-Tetradecanol, Octanoate; CETIOL® 868; Tegosoft® M; Lanol 1688; Estol 1543
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Quality Control

Our 2-Tetradecanol Octanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	160 - 170 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.850 - 0.870

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