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Dicaprylyl carbonate

CAS: 1680-31-5

Overview

Dicaprylyl carbonate (CAS 1680-31-5 ) is a lightweight ester-based emollient and solvent used primarily in personal care formulations and specialty coating systems. It functions as a carrier, plasticizer, and dispersing medium.

This versatile chemical helps formulators achieve specific texture, spreadability, and film-forming targets without relying on silicone or mineral oil-based alternatives. It is highly valued for its performance profile.

In skin care and color cosmetics, it delivers a dry, non-greasy skin feel in serums, foundations, and sunscreen formulations. It also aids in the efficient dispersion of UV filters and pigments.

Formulators use it as a solvent and carrier for active ingredients in leave-on products where low viscosity and good spreadability are required. It ensures a smooth application and consistent finish.

In coatings and adhesive systems, it acts as a plasticizer and reactive diluent, improving flexibility and processing characteristics of polymer-based formulations. This enhances the durability of the final product.

It also functions as a coalescent or co-solvent in specialty sealant and elastomer applications where low volatility and compatibility with organic resins are priorities. This makes it ideal for industrial use.

Dicaprylyl carbonate is supplied as a clear, low-viscosity liquid. It is available in cosmetic-grade and technical-grade specifications to meet the requirements of personal care and industrial buyers respectively.

Standard packaging includes drums and IBCs, with bulk supply available for high-volume procurement. Our logistics network ensures reliable delivery for all manufacturing and formulation needs.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point-18 °C
Boiling Point165 °C @ Press: 7 Torr
Density0.890-0.893 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
ColorColorless to light yellow
FormLiquid
Vapor Pressure0.021-100Pa at 20-135℃
Log P4.14 at 23.5℃ and pH1-14

Other Names

Carbonic aciddioctyl ester | 609A3V1SUA | DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE [WHO-DD] | RefChem:132985 | DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE [INCI] | Dioctyl carbonate | Cetiol CC

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
1680-31-5
EC Number
605-498-9
Mol. Weight
286.4
Category
Solvents

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