C12-15 alkyl ethylhexanoate

C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate (CAS 90411-66-8), also known as hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, C12-15-alkyl esters, is a synthetic ester derived from branched-chain fatty acid and mid-chain alcohols.

Where is C12-15 alkyl ethylhexanoate used?

• Personal care: lightweight skin-conditioning emollient in lotions, sunscreens and color cosmetics, delivering a dry, non-greasy skin feel that improves spreadability
• Coatings and resins: coalescing solvent and dispersant aid that reduces viscosity and improves pigment wetting in solvent-borne systems
• Adhesives and sealants: plasticizing and carrier functions that support processing and film formation
• Lubricants and metalworking: ester structure for boundary lubrication and as a base fluid component in specialty formulations
• It functions as an emollient, solvent carrier and lubricant.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging from drums to IBC totes; bulk options for high-volume procurement