Description

2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Ethyl Palmitate is a high-purity, non-ionic ester compound valued for its excellent solvency, lubricity, and emollient properties. This versatile chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance product performance, stability, and skin feel in demanding applications. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty lubricants industries, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Lubricant & Metalworking Fluids: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive, providing excellent lubricity and stability.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used to improve the flexibility and processing of polymers and resins.
• Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: Functions as a key solvent and coupling agent in heavy-duty formulations.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening and conditioning agent for fibers and hides.
• Ink & Coating Additive: Enhances flow, leveling, and substrate wetting in various coating systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Ethyl Palmitate
CAS No.	93894-14-5
Molecular Formula	C26H50O5
Molecular Weight	442.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic Acid 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)-, palmitate; Butoxyethoxyethyl Palmitate; PEG-2 Butyl Ether Palmitate; BE Palmitate; 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol palmitic acid ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)Ethyl Palmitate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters 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
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.445 - 1.455
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.920 - 0.940

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