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Octyl Isononanoate (Ethylhexyl Isononanoate)

CAS 84878-30-8 · Formula C17H34O2 · MW 270.5 g/mol

A spreadable emollient ester for the oil phase of cosmetic and personal-care formulations. Its established use is as an emollient and surface-modifying ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

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HS Code
2915.90
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Emolliency · Solvency
Functional Roles
Emolliency Solvency Conditioning
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Emollient: spreadable emollient ester in cosmetics
  • ▸ Surface modifier: surface-modifying ester in formulations
  • ▸ Oil phase: emollient carrier for personal-care oil phases
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2915 . 90
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.15
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2915.90
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
84878-30-8
Molecular Formula
C17H34O2
Molecular Weight
270.5 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-ethylhexyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate
PubChem CID
116723
InChI Key
LCVHZNSIAYNAGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
2-Ethylhexyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate Dragoxat 89 ETHYLHEXYL ISONONANOATE Hexanoic acid, 3,5,5-trimethyl-, 2-ethylhexyl ester DUB INO Isononanoic acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester PELEMOL 89 2-ethylhexyl isopelargonate DERMOL 89 ES 108109 CORUM 5021 AEC ETHYLHEXYL ISONONANOATE HALLSTAR OCTYL ISONONANOATE ETHYLHEXYL ISONONANOATE [INCI]
Full Description

Octyl isononanoate (ethylhexyl isononanoate, CAS 84878-30-8) is a branched ester of isononanoic acid. Its established use is as an emollient and surface-modifying ester in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is octyl isononanoate used for?

Octyl isononanoate is used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as a spreadable emollient ester, a surface-modifying ester, and an emollient carrier for oil-phase systems.

What is the chemical identity of octyl isononanoate?

Octyl isononanoate (ethylhexyl isononanoate) is a branched ester of isononanoic acid, CAS 84878-30-8, molecular formula C17H34O2. It is supplied as an ester for personal-care formulating.

Is octyl isononanoate an ester?

Yes. It is the ester of isononanoic acid with 2-ethylhexyl (octyl) alcohol, which is the source of its light, spreadable emollient behavior in oil phases.

What HS code applies to octyl isononanoate?

It is classified under HS 2915.90, saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid esters, other. Confirm the destination tariff line with your customs broker before import.

What is the cost of bulk octyl isononanoate?

Bulk pricing depends on volume, packaging, and freight. Request a current quote with your target quantity and ship-to location; a CoA and SDS accompany bulk orders.

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