Decyltetradecanol
Emollient (softening agent) has a medium-heavy texture. Does not contain oil. Doesn't clog pores. Suitable for use in formulas that require lightness.
Emollient (softening agent) has a medium-heavy texture. Does not contain oil. Doesn't clog pores. Suitable for use in formulas that require lightness.
Dissolution of various types of Alcohol in Solvent/Oils:
| Solvent/Oil | Butyloctanol | Hexyldecanol | Octyldodecanol | Decyltetradecanol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | Insoluble | Insoluble | Insoluble | Insoluble |
| Glycerine | Insoluble | Insoluble | Soluble | Insoluble |
| Propylene glycol | Soluble | Insoluble | Soluble | Insoluble |
| Ethanol | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Caprylic/capric triglyceride | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Olive oil | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Isopropyl myristate | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Mineral oil | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Cyclopentasiloxane | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| Dimethicone | Soluble | Soluble | Insoluble | Insoluble |
UV Filter solubility of various types of alcohol
| UV Filter | Filter Type | Butyloctanol | Hexyldecanol | Octyldodecanol | Decyltetradecanol |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS (Ethylhexyl salicylate) | UVB | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| OCR (Octocrylene) | UVB/shorter UVA | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Insoluble |
| HMS (Homosalate) | UVB | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble | Soluble |
| EHT (Ethylhexyl triazone) | UVB | 1% soluble | 1% soluble | 3% soluble | 1% soluble |
| BMDBM (Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Avobenzone) | UVA | 0.7% soluble | 0.8% soluble | 2% soluble | 3% soluble |
| BEMT (Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, Bemotrizinol) | UVA/UVB | 0.2% soluble | 0.1% soluble | 2% soluble | 2% soluble |
| DHHB (Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate) | UVA long wave | 4% soluble | 3% soluble | 3% soluble | 3% soluble |
| Benzophenone-3 | UVA/shorter UVB | 3% soluble | 3% soluble | 2% soluble | 2% soluble |
Usage: Used to create softness and smoothness. and helps make the formula easier to spread It is lightweight and not sticky.
Mixing method: Mix together with the oil. (or use in place of oil in the recipe)
Usage rate: 1-20%
Product characteristics: Clear liquid, odorless
Solubility: Can be dissolved in oil. (Please check the resolution above)
Storage: Can be stored at room temperature. But close the bottle cap tightly. Then completely protected from sunlight or heat. The product has a minimum shelf life of 2 years.
INCI Name : Decyltetradecanol
- Room (25-40C)
- 24 Months from manufacturing or testing date.
- 0.10% - 20.00%
- 0.00%
- Add into oil phase. Heat tolerant.
- Avoid heat above 80C
- 3.00 - 7.00
- Soluble in Oil, Soluble in Ethanol, Soluble/Miscible in silicone, Soluble in surfactant, Dispersible in oil, Dispersible in cream or gel base, Dispersible in silicone
- Cream, Lotion, Serum
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| Test Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid |
| Color | 10 Max |
| Relative density | 0.840-0.844 |
| Refractive index | 1.4570-1.4574 |
| Water (by KF) | 0.1% Max |
| Acid value | 0.05% Max |
| Assay | 97% Min |