hexyl laurate
- CAS NO.：34316-64-8
- Empirical Formula: C18H36O2
- Molecular Weight: 284.48
- EINECS: 251-932-1
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2026-04-03 14:17:14
What is hexyl laurate?
Chemical properties
Hexyl laurate is a Colorless oily liquid. Sp.Gr. 0.86. B.P. 326℃. Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol, misciblc with oils.
The Uses of hexyl laurate
hexyl laurate is a mild emollient and a vehicle for lipid-soluble active ingredients. It is non-irritating and practically odorless. It enhances product spreadability and feel on skin.
Definition
ChEBI: Hexyl dodecanoate is a fatty acid ester.
Preparation
Hexyl laurate is produced by direct esterification of n-Hexanol with Lauric (Dodecanoic) acid under azeotropic conditions.
Synthesis Reference(s)
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 98, p. 1629, 1976 DOI: 10.1021/ja00422a083
Flammability and Explosibility
Non flammable
Properties of hexyl laurate
| Melting point: | -3.4 °C |
| Boiling point: | 130 °C |
| Density | 0.864±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| vapor pressure | 0.001Pa at 20℃ |
| Odor | Very mild oily odor |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Hexyl laurate (34316-64-8) |
Safety information for hexyl laurate
Computed Descriptors for hexyl laurate
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