Description

2-Octyldodecyl 2-Ethylhexanoate is a high-purity, branched-chain ester valued for its exceptional emolliency and skin-feel properties. This versatile chemical acts as a premium non-greasy emollient and solvent, offering excellent stability and compatibility in demanding formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty lubricants industries seeking to enhance product performance and sensory profile.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: A key emollient in sunscreens, creams, lotions, and makeup for its dry, silky skin feel and excellent spreadability.
• Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners, serums, and styling products to impart shine, reduce frizz, and improve combability without heaviness.
• Color Cosmetics: Functions as a pigment wetting agent and dispersant in lipsticks, foundations, and eyeshadows for smooth application and enhanced color payoff.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Serves as a penetration enhancer and carrier in ointments, gels, and transdermal patches.
• Specialty Lubricants: Employed in high-performance synthetic lubricants and metalworking fluids due to its thermal stability and low volatility.
• Plasticizers & Polymer Additives: Acts as a secondary plasticizer and processing aid to improve the flexibility and low-temperature performance of polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Octyldodecyl 2-Ethylhexanoate
CAS No.	69275-04-3
Molecular Formula	C28H56O2
Molecular Weight	424.75 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexanoic Acid 2-Octyldodecyl Ester; Octyldodecyl Ethylhexanoate; 2-Octyldodecyl 2-Ethylhexanoate; Eutanol G; Cetiol SN; Tegosoft OER; Crodamol OER; LexFeel 7; Jeechem OER; 2-Octyl Dodecyl 2-Ethyl Hexanoate
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Quality Control

Our 2-Octyldodecyl 2-Ethylhexanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, and the material is suitable for use in cosmetic and personal care products compliant with global regulations. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and key physical parameters is provided with every shipment.

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	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
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
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.452 - 1.456
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865

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