Dodecyl benzoate

Dodecyl benzoate (CAS 2915-72-2), also known as lauryl benzoate, is an ester used across personal care, lubricant, and polymer applications. It functions as a carrier, plasticizer, and lubricating agent.

This chemical offers low viscosity and good solvency for active ingredients and additives. In personal care formulations, it acts as an emollient carrier and solvent for UV filters and fragrance compounds.

It is also utilized for lipophilic actives in skin and sun care products. Lubricant formulators incorporate it as a base fluid or co-fluid in light-duty and specialty lubricants where performance is key.

The product is preferred where low volatility and good film-forming behavior are required. In plastics processing, it serves as a plasticizer and processing aid, improving flexibility and workability.

It also functions as a dispersing medium for pigments and additives in coatings and polymer masterbatch production. Dodecyl benzoate is supplied as a clear, low-viscosity liquid for industrial use.

It is available in technical and cosmetic grades, with cosmetic-grade material meeting purity standards relevant to personal care manufacturing. Bulk supply is standard in drums and IBC containers.

Cosmetic-grade documentation including COA and safety data is available for regulatory compliance purposes. This ensures the material meets the necessary requirements for high-quality manufacturing processes.