Description

Linoleyl Behenate is a high-purity ester compound synthesized from linoleyl alcohol and behenic acid. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile emollient and conditioning agent, prized for its excellent oxidative stability and skin-compatible properties. It is essential for formulators in the personal care and cosmetic industries seeking to enhance product texture, spreadability, and moisturizing efficacy.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, lipsticks, and sun care products.
• Hair Care Products: Used as a conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair styling products to impart softness and shine.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Serves as a non-irritating base or excipient in ointments, dermatological creams, and transdermal delivery systems.
• Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a bio-based lubricant or mold release agent in specialized industrial and food-grade applications.
• Plasticizer & Texture Modifier: Employed to modify the rheological properties and improve the flexibility of polymer films and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Linoleyl Behenate
CAS No.	914926-28-6
Molecular Formula	C40H76O2
Molecular Weight	589.0 g/mol
Synonyms	Docosanoic Acid, 9,12-Octadecadien-1-yl Ester; Behenic Acid Linoleyl Ester; (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadien-1-yl Docosanoate; Linoleyl Docosanoate; Octadeca-9,12-dienyl Behenate
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Quality Control

Our Linoleyl Behenate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or soft solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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