Cetyl caprylate

Cetyl caprylate (CAS 29710-31-4), also known as hexadecyl octanoate, is a synthetic ester derived from cetyl alcohol and caprylic acid.

Where is Cetyl caprylate used?

• Personal care: emollient, skin-conditioning agent and lubricant
• Skincare and color cosmetics: imparts a dry, non-greasy skin feel to creams, lotions and foundations
• Sun care and lip care: emollient carrier that enhances texture without heaviness or occlusion
• Industrial lubricants: stable, low-viscosity base component for metalworking fluids and release agents
• Coatings and sealants: improves substrate wetting and surface slip
• It also serves as a lubricant in industrial formulations.

Commercial specifications

• Cosmetic grade conforms to supplier specifications for color, acid value and ester content
• Packaging: drums and intermediate bulk containers