Description

Tetrahydrofurfuryl Docosanoate is a high-purity specialty ester derived from behenic acid and tetrahydrofurfuryl alcohol, offering a unique combination of lubricity, stability, and low volatility. This compound is valued for its excellent emollient properties and ability to form stable, non-greasy films, making it a critical performance additive in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and high-performance lubricant industries seeking to enhance product texture, skin feel, and thermal stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and lipsticks, providing a smooth, silky after-feel without greasiness.
• Lubricants & Greases: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive in specialty lubricants, offering excellent thermal stability, low volatility, and enhanced lubricity under high-pressure conditions.
• Plasticizers: Functions as a secondary plasticizer or lubricant in polymer processing, particularly for PVC and other resins, improving flexibility and processing characteristics.
• Release Agents: Used in mold release formulations for plastics, rubber, and composite materials due to its effective film-forming and non-stick properties.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant for synthetic fibers and yarns to reduce friction and improve handle.
• Industrial Coatings: Incorporated into coatings and inks as a flow and leveling agent to improve surface finish and application properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydrofurfuryl Docosanoate
CAS No.	94201-64-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₅₂O₃
Molecular Weight	424.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Docosanoic Acid, Tetrahydrofurfuryl Ester; Tetrahydrofurfuryl Behenate; THF Behenate; Behenic Acid Tetrahydrofurfuryl Ester; 2-(Tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)methyl Docosanoate; Tetrahydro-2-furanmethyl Docosanoate; NSC 334365
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahydrofurfuryl Docosanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and key physical parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

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 or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	125 - 135 mg KOH/g
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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