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2-hexyl-1-decanol

CAS: 2425-77-6

Overview

2-Hexyl-1-decanol (CAS 2425-77-6 ), commercially available as Guerbitol 16 and Isofol 16, is a branched-chain fatty alcohol used across lubricant, polymer, and personal care manufacturing.

Its branched structure resists crystallization at low temperatures, making it a reliable base material where linear alcohols would solidify and disrupt processing during industrial applications.

In lubricant and metalworking formulations, it functions as a base fluid component and lubricity additive in synthetic esters and cutting fluids. It provides excellent thermal stability and performance.

Plastics processors use it as a plasticizer and processing aid in PVC and other polymer systems, improving flexibility and workability without the volatility concerns associated with shorter-chain alcohols.

In personal care, it acts as an emollient carrier and co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and color cosmetics, contributing to skin feel and formulation stability for high-end consumer products.

It also serves as a solvent and carrier for active ingredients in industrial and specialty chemical formulations where low polarity and good solvency are required for effective chemical delivery.

2-Hexyl-1-decanol is supplied as a clear liquid. It is available in technical grade for industrial lubricant and polymer applications, with cosmetic-grade material meeting high purity standards.

Bulk supply is standard in drums and IBC containers to meet the needs of large-scale manufacturing. Our material ensures consistent quality and performance across all specified industrial sectors.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point16 °C
Boiling Point133-137 °C @ Press: 0.8 Torr
Density0.838 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point113 °C
ColorClear Colourless
FormOil
Vapor Pressure0.4Pa at 148.85℃
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.449(lit.)
Log P6.66 at 20℃

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code2905.19.9090
Storage Class10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany)nwg

Other Names

1-Decanol2-hexyl- | Guerbitol 16 | Isofol 16 | Rilanit G 16 | NJCOL 160 | 2-Hexyldecanol | 2-Hexyldecyl alcohol

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
2425-77-6
EC Number
219-370-1
Mol. Weight
242.44
HS Code
2905.19.9090

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