Description

Sodium tert-Decanoate is a specialized salt of a branched-chain fatty acid, valued for its unique surfactant and chemical intermediate properties. This compound is particularly significant for its role in synthesizing high-performance lubricants, stabilizers, and specialty surfactants where linear chain analogs may not suffice. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the lubricant additive, polymer stabilization, and personal care industries seeking enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Lubricant Additive Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate or precursor in the production of high-performance lubricant additives and grease thickeners.
• Polymer Industry: Used as a stabilizer or catalyst component in the polymerization and processing of certain plastics and elastomers.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulations: Employed in specialty surfactant systems for industrial and institutional cleaning products, leveraging its branched-chain structure.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Potential use in the synthesis of emulsifiers or texture modifiers for cosmetic formulations.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying surfactant behavior and developing new material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium tert-Decanoate
CAS No.	94689-32-4
Molecular Formula	C10H19NaO2
Molecular Weight	194.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2,2-Dimethyloctanoate; Sodium 2,2-Dimethylcaprylate; tert-Decanoic Acid Sodium Salt; 2,2-Dimethyloctanoic Acid Sodium Salt; Branched C10 Sodium Salt; Sodium tert-Caprate
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Quality Control

Our Sodium tert-Decanoate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet agreed-upon specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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