Description

2-Isopropyl-5-Methylcyclohexyl Stearate is a high-purity ester derivative of stearic acid, valued for its excellent lubricity, stability, and hydrophobic properties. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced formulations, offering enhanced performance and compatibility. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries for its role as an emollient, viscosity modifier, and carrier agent.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing a smooth, non-greasy feel.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulations: Used as a synthetic ester base or additive to enhance lubricity, thermal stability, and load-bearing capacity.
• Plastic & Polymer Processing: Functions as an internal or external lubricant and release agent during the molding and extrusion of polymers.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant for fibers and yarns to improve processability and final hand feel.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Serves as a flow promoter and viscosity modifier to improve application properties and film formation.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a key intermediate or building block for synthesizing more complex esters and functional chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropyl-5-Methylcyclohexyl Stearate
CAS No.	93919-01-8
Molecular Formula	C28H54O2
Molecular Weight	422.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Menthyl Stearate; L-Menthyl Stearate; (-)-Menthyl Stearate; Stearic Acid, Menthyl Ester; Stearic Acid, (-)-Menthyl Ester; 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl Octadecanoate; Octadecanoic Acid, 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylcyclohexyl Stearate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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