A low-viscosity adipate ester offering emollient slip in cosmetics and plasticizer flexibility in polymers. It is used as an emollient and film-forming agent in cosmetics and as a plasticizer for PVC and polyurethane systems.
▸Cosmetics: Emollient and film former in skin care and sun care
▸Plasticizer: Flexibilizer for soft PVC and polyurethane
▸Personal care: Spreading agent and solvent for actives
Physical Properties
Melting Point
-38 °C
Boiling Point
183 °C
Density
Relative density (water = 1): 0.96
Solubility
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25 °C: 0.0035 (very poor)
Vapor Pressure
Vapor pressure, Pa at 25 °C: 0.021
Flash Point
113 °C c.c
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Transport classification per the UN Model Regulations / 49 CFR 172.101 Hazardous Materials Table. Confirm against the grade-specific SDS (Section 14) before shipping.
HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2917.12
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.17
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2917.12
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Dibutyl adipate (CAS 105-99-7) is the dibutyl diester of adipic acid. It is used as an emollient and film-forming agent in cosmetics and as a plasticizer for PVC and polyurethane systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is dibutyl adipate?
Dibutyl adipate (DBA, CAS 105-99-7, formula C14H26O4) is the dibutyl diester of adipic acid. It is used as an emollient and film-forming agent in cosmetics and as a plasticizer for PVC and polyurethane systems.
What is dibutyl adipate used for?
In personal care it acts as an emollient, spreading agent, and film former in skin care and sun care, and as a solvent for actives. In polymer applications it serves as a plasticizer that flexibilizes soft PVC and polyurethane.
What is the CAS number and HS code for dibutyl adipate?
DBA is CAS 105-99-7, in the esters family. Its HS classification is 2917.12 (adipic acid, its salts and esters). Specify by CAS to distinguish it from other adipate esters such as dioctyl or diisobutyl adipate.
How is dibutyl adipate shipped and classified for transport?
For transport documentation it is associated with UN 3082. Refer to the product SDS for the full transport and handling profile and required packaging before booking freight.
What is the cost of bulk dibutyl adipate?
Bulk pricing depends on grade (cosmetic vs. technical), packaging, volume, and destination. Request a quote with your target quantity and ship-to location; a CoA and SDS accompany each shipment.
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