Description

Butyl Isononanoate is a high-purity synthetic ester valued for its excellent solvency, low volatility, and favorable skin-feel properties. This versatile chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking a reliable emollient and carrier solvent with good stability. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries to enhance product performance and sensory characteristics.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Plasticizer & Additive: Used as a specialty plasticizer and processing aid in polymer and resin formulations to improve flexibility.
• Lubricant & Metalworking Fluids: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive component in high-performance lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Industrial Solvents & Cleaners: Employed as a slow-evaporating, high-solvency solvent in industrial degreasers, coatings, and ink formulations.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber treatment and leather finishing processes.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Incorporated as a plasticizing co-solvent to adjust viscosity and improve the application properties of adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butyl Isononanoate
CAS No.	97259-92-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	214.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Isononanoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl Ester of Isononanoic Acid; 3,5,5-Trimethylhexanoic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl 3,5,5-Trimethylhexanoate; Wickenol 142; Tegosoft TN; Crodamol TN; Priolube 1427; Luvitol EHO
EINECS	306-427-6

Quality Control

Our Butyl Isononanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided to guarantee consistency and traceability for your formulations.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Color (APHA)	≤ 30
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865

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