Colorless or yellowish liquid

Name	isooctyl laurate
Synonyms	Isooctyllaurat isooctyl laurate Einecs 283-798-5 Dodecanoic acid, isooctyl ester
CAS	84713-06-4
EINECS	283-798-5

Molecular Formula	C20H40O2
Molar Mass	312.5304

isooctyl laurate, chemical formula C20H40O2, is an organic compound. The following is a description of the nature, use, preparation and safety information of isooctyl laurate:

Nature:
- isooctyl laurate is a colorless or pale yellow liquid with low volatility and light texture.
-It has low solubility and can be miscible with many organic solvents, such as alcohols and esters.
-It has good stability and is not easily decomposed by light, heat and oxygen.

Use:
- isooctyl laurate are primarily used as emulsifiers, stabilizers and softeners in cosmetics and personal care products.
-It is also widely used as a food additive and lubricant in the food industry.
-In addition, isooctyl laurate are also common in the preparation of high molecular polymers and coatings.

Preparation Method:
-The preparation of isooctyl laurate is usually obtained by transesterification, that is, isooctanol is reacted with lauric acid to generate isooctyl laurate and water.
-In the reaction process, the presence of a catalyst is required. Commonly used catalysts include sulfuric acid, boron trifluoride, etc.

Safety Information:
- isooctyl laurate are generally considered harmless, but long-term exposure or high-dose exposure may have some impact on human health, especially for sensitive skin.
-Avoid contact with eyes, skin and respiratory tract during use.
-When a pungent odor occurs, it should be ventilated.
-Seek immediate medical assistance if you take or breathe by mistake.