Description

Octyl Benzoate is a high-purity organic ester compound valued for its excellent solvent properties and stability. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in several high-value industrial sectors. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, fragrance, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a solvent and fixative in perfumes, colognes, and cosmetic formulations to enhance longevity and stability of scent profiles.
• Personal Care Products: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, and sunscreens, providing a smooth, non-greasy feel.
• Plasticizer and Additive: Functions as a specialty plasticizer and processing aid in polymers and resins to improve flexibility and workability.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate or starting material in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Industrial Solvent: Employed as a solvent for dyes, inks, and coatings where high solvency power and low volatility are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octyl Benzoate
CAS No.	94-50-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoic Acid Octyl Ester; n-Octyl Benzoate; Caprylyl Benzoate; Octyl Benzenecarboxylate; 1-Octyl Benzoate; Benzyl Octanoate (isomer); FEMA 2810; EINECS 202-338-8
EINECS	202-338-8

Quality Control

Our Octyl Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using inert gas headspace to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
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.