Description

Lactic Acid Dodecyl Ester CAS NO 6283-92-7 is a fatty acid ester derived from lactic acid and lauryl alcohol, serving as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. This compound is valued for its surfactant properties and ability to modify surface tension and viscosity in formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries for creating emollients, emulsifiers, and conditioning agents.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and makeup products.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of industrial and household cleaning products for its surface-active properties.
• Plasticizer & Lubricant: Functions as a bio-based additive to improve flexibility in polymers or as a lubricant in metalworking fluids.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Serves as a solvent or carrier for hydrophobic aroma compounds.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber treatment and finishing.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a penetration enhancer or solubilizer in topical drug delivery systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactic Acid Dodecyl Ester
CAS No.	6283-92-7
Molecular Formula	C15H30O3
Molecular Weight	258.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyl Lactate; Lauryl Lactate; 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid Dodecyl Ester; Propanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Dodecyl Ester; Lauryl 2-Hydroxypropanoate; Dodecyl 2-Hydroxypropanoate; Lactic Acid Lauryl Ester; 6283-92-7
EINECS	228-504-9

Quality Control

Our Lactic Acid Dodecyl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request, supporting compliance for various industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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)	≤ 0.2%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.930

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