Description

Fatty Acids, C8-10, C12-18-Alkyl Esters is a versatile synthetic ester blend derived from medium to long-chain fatty acids, offering a unique balance of solvency, lubricity, and emollient properties. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its excellent stability, low volatility, and favorable environmental profile compared to traditional solvents. It serves as a critical raw material for formulators in the personal care, lubricant, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking effective, sustainable performance.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sun care products.
• Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive providing excellent lubricity, corrosion protection, and thermal stability.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Functions as a powerful, biodegradable solvent and degreaser in heavy-duty cleaning formulations.
• Plasticizers & Polymer Additives: Used as a secondary plasticizer or processing aid to improve flexibility and workability in various polymer systems.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber treatment and leather fatliquoring.
• Paints & Coatings: Acts as a coalescing agent and flow improver, enhancing film formation and application properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Fatty Acids, C8-10, C12-18-Alkyl Esters
CAS No.	95912-86-0
Molecular Formula	Mixture
Molecular Weight	Mixture
Synonyms	Fatty Acids, C8-18 and C10-16-Alkyl Esters; C8-C18 Fatty Acid Alkyl Esters; Synthetic Ester Oil; Alkyl Esters of Mixed Fatty Acids (C8-18); Fatty Acid Methyl Ester Blend (C8-18); FAME (C8-18); Bio-based Ester Solvent; Oleochemical Esters
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Fatty Acids, C8-10, C12-18-Alkyl Esters are manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as ester content, acid value, and saponification value are provided with every shipment.

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 to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Ester Content)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	190 - 210 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 5.0 g I2/100g
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.86 - 0.88

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