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Dicaprylyl Ether

CAS 629-82-3 · Formula C16H34O · MW 242.44 g/mol

A non-polar dialkyl-ether emollient delivering velvety slip and low surface tension in care products. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

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HS Code
2909.19
At a Glance
Material Family
Solvents - Aliphatic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Emolliency · Solvency
Functional Roles
DICAPRYLYL ETHER
SKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSOLVENT
Applications & Use Cases
  • Skin care: Emollient providing smooth, light spreading
  • Personal care: Solvent and carrier in leave-on products
  • Color cosmetics: Spreading and texture modifier
  • Cleansing: Co-solvent in oil-based cleansers
Physical Properties
Boiling Point
300 °C at 760 mmHg
Density
0.82
Flash Point
> 100 °C
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2909 . 19
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.09
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2909.19
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
629-82-3
Molecular Formula
C16H34O
Molecular Weight
242.44 g/mol
IUPAC Name
1-octoxyoctane
INCI Name
DICAPRYLYL ETHER
PubChem CID
InChI Key
NKJOXAZJBOMXID-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Dioctyl ether Di-n-octyl ether Octyl ether Dicaprylyl ether Octane, 1,1'-oxybis- 1-(Octyloxy)octane Octane, 1,1'-oxybis-, AI3-09528 CETIOL OE Dinoctyl ether nDioctyl ether
Full Description

Dicaprylyl ether (CAS 629-82-3) is a symmetric dialkyl ether of caprylic (octyl) alcohol. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is dicaprylyl ether?

Dicaprylyl ether (CAS 629-82-3, formula C16H34O) is a symmetric dialkyl ether of caprylic (octyl) alcohol. It is used as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

What is another name for dicaprylyl ether?

It is also referred to as dioctyl ether or di-n-octyl ether, reflecting its two octyl (caprylic) chains. For procurement, specify CAS 629-82-3 to avoid synonym ambiguity.

What is dicaprylyl ether used for in formulations?

It is used as an emollient that provides smooth, light spreading, as a solvent and carrier in leave-on products, as a texture modifier in color cosmetics, and as a co-solvent in oil-based cleansers.

What is the CAS number and HS code for dicaprylyl ether?

Dicaprylyl ether is CAS 629-82-3, formula C16H34O, in the aliphatic solvents family. HS code 2909.19 (acyclic ethers and their derivatives: other).

What is the cost of bulk dicaprylyl ether?

Bulk pricing depends on grade, 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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