Description

Dodecyl Propionate CAS NO 6221-93-8 is a high-purity ester compound valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient. This chemical is particularly significant for its ability to impart specific properties such as lubrication, emolliency, and hydrophobic character in formulated products. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an effective emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sun care products.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer: Serves as a synthetic lubricant base oil and a specialty plasticizer for polymers requiring low-temperature flexibility.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a flavoring agent or fragrance component, contributing fruity or waxy olfactory notes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a crucial intermediate or building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Industrial Additives: Employed as a solvent, carrier fluid, or processing aid in various industrial formulations and coatings.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Used as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber treatment and leather finishing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyl Propionate
CAS No.	6221-93-8
Molecular Formula	C15H30O2
Molecular Weight	242.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauryl Propionate; Dodecyl Propanoate; Propionic Acid Dodecyl Ester; n-Dodecyl Propionate; Lauryl Propanoate; Dodecan-1-yl Propionate; Propanoic Acid, Dodecyl Ester; 1-Dodecyl Propionate
EINECS	228-299-9

Quality Control

Our Dodecyl Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. 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). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen blanket) to maintain optimal quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.432 - 1.438
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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