CAS 13784-61-7

Pentaerythritol tetracaprate

Description:

Pentaerythritol tetracaprate, with the CAS number 13784-61-7, is an ester derived from pentaerythritol and capric acid. This compound is characterized by its relatively high molecular weight and is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on the temperature. It is known for its low volatility and good thermal stability, making it suitable for various applications, including as a plasticizer and lubricant. Pentaerythritol tetracaprate exhibits low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents, which enhances its utility in formulations requiring compatibility with oils and fats. Additionally, it has a relatively high flash point, indicating a lower risk of ignition under standard conditions. Its chemical structure contributes to its properties, including a moderate viscosity and a favorable balance of hardness and flexibility in polymer applications. Overall, pentaerythritol tetracaprate is valued in industrial applications for its performance characteristics and compatibility with a range of materials.

Formula: C₄₅H₈₄O₈

InChI: InChI=1S/C45H84O8/c1-5-9-13-17-21-25-29-33-41(46)50-37-45(38-51-42(47)34-30-26-22-18-14-10-6-2,39-52-43(48)35-31-27-23-19-15-11-7-3)40-53-44(49)36-32-28-24-20-16-12-8-4/h5-40H2,1-4H3

InChI key: InChIKey=MXNODNKXIIQMMI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(COC(CCCCCCCCC)=O)(COC(CCCCCCCCC)=O)(COC(CCCCCCCCC)=O)COC(CCCCCCCCC)=O

Synonyms:

• Pentaerythritol tetradecanoate
• Decanoic acid, tetraester with pentaerythritol
• Decanoic acid, neopentanetetrayl ester
• Pentaerythritol tetracaprate
• Decanoic acid, 2,2-bis[[(1-oxodecyl)oxy]methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester
• Decanoic acid, 1,1'-(2,2-bis(((1-oxodecyl)oxy)methyl)-1,3-propanediyl) ester
• Decanoic acid, 2,2-bis(((1-oxodecyl)oxy)methyl)-1,3-propanediyl ester
• Decanoic acid, 1,1′-[2,2-bis[[(1-oxodecyl)oxy]methyl]-1,3-propanediyl] ester
• Pentaerythritol, tetrakis(decanoate)
• 3-(decanoyloxy)-2,2-bis[(decanoyloxy)methyl]propyl decanoate
• 2,2-Bis(((1-oxodecyl)oxy)methyl)-1,3-propanediyl didecanoate

Pentaerythrityl tetracaprate

CAS: 13784-61-7

Pentaerythrityl tetracaprate: a synthetic ester used in cosmetics for moisture, binding, and viscosity; may cause allergic dermatitis.

Formula: C₄₅H₈₄O₈

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 753.14

Ref: TM-T33914