The product we introduce here is High - Quality Isodecanoic Acid with the CAS number 5963 - 14 - 4. Isodecanoic acid is a branched - chain fatty acid. It has a clear, colorless to pale - yellow liquid appearance. The acid value of this high - quality isodecanoic acid is precisely controlled to ensure its high purity and chemical stability.
It has a molecular formula of C10H20O2. Its boiling point is around 270 - 280°C, and the melting point is relatively low, usually below - 20°C. The density is approximately 0.90 - 0.91 g/cm³ at 20°C, which makes it have good fluidity under normal temperature conditions. These physical and chemical properties determine its wide range of applications in various industries.
Isodecanoic acid has a wide variety of uses in different industries. In the field of coatings and paints, it is used as a raw material for the synthesis of alkyd resins. These alkyd resins can improve the gloss, adhesion, and weather resistance of coatings. Due to its branched - chain structure, isodecanoic acid - based alkyd resins provide better flexibility and toughness to the coatings, which is suitable for applications on metal surfaces, wood, and plastic substrates.
In the lubricants industry, isodecanoic acid is used to produce synthetic lubricant esters. These esters have excellent lubricating properties, high - temperature stability, and low - temperature fluidity. They can reduce friction and wear between mechanical parts, extending the service life of machinery and equipment.
It is also used in the production of personal care products. For example, it can be used as an emollient in creams and lotions. Isodecanoic acid can form a thin, protective film on the skin surface, preventing moisture loss and keeping the skin soft and smooth.
When using isodecanoic acid, it is necessary to follow strict safety procedures. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses. In the process of synthesis of alkyd resins, isodecanoic acid should be added slowly to the reaction system under well - controlled temperature and stirring conditions. Usually, the reaction temperature is maintained at 180 - 220°C, and the reaction time is several hours depending on the specific reaction formula.
For the production of synthetic lubricant esters, isodecanoic acid needs to react with polyols under the action of a catalyst. The reaction conditions should be carefully optimized to ensure high - quality product yield. The catalyst dosage, reaction temperature, and reaction time all affect the performance of the final lubricant esters.
In personal care products, isodecanoic acid should be added according to the formula requirements. It is usually pre - dissolved in other solvents or oils to ensure uniform dispersion in the product matrix.
Case 1: A coatings manufacturer used isodecanoic acid to synthesize alkyd resins for automotive coatings. By using high - quality isodecanoic acid, the coatings showed excellent gloss and adhesion on the car body surface. The weather resistance test results indicated that the coatings could withstand long - term exposure to sunlight, rain, and high - humidity environments without significant peeling or fading. This case shows that isodecanoic acid can significantly improve the performance of automotive coatings.
Case 2: A machinery manufacturing company adopted synthetic lubricant esters produced from isodecanoic acid for their high - speed rotating machinery. The lubricant esters reduced the friction coefficient between the rotating parts by 30%, and the temperature rise of the machinery during operation was also significantly reduced. As a result, the maintenance cycle of the machinery was extended from 3 months to 6 months, greatly improving production efficiency and reducing maintenance costs.
Case 3: A cosmetic company added isodecanoic acid to their moisturizing creams. The creams received positive feedback from consumers. The emollient property of isodecanoic acid made the skin feel smooth and soft after use, and the long - lasting moisturizing effect was highly praised. This case demonstrates the effectiveness of isodecanoic acid in personal care products.
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