Butyl stearate, for synthesis

Name: Butyl stearate, for synthesis
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003000

About Butyl stearate, for synthesis

Butyl stearate (CAS 123-95-5) is a lipid offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 50%. With the molecular formula C22H44O2, it has a molar mass of 340.6 g/mol. The IUPAC name is butyl octadecanoate. Common synonyms include Stearic acid butyl ester and N-Butyl stearate.

It is supplied as a colourless to very faint yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.861 g/mL at 20 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for lipid research, membrane and liposome studies, nutritional research and dyes and pigments manufacture. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L and 25 kg packs, Butyl stearate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Lipid research
Membrane & liposome studies
Nutritional research
Dyes & pigments manufacture

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Butyl stearate, for synthesis
Catalogue No.	VQ-003000
CAS Number	123-95-5
IUPAC name	butyl octadecanoate
Molecular formula	C₂₂H₄₄O₂
Molecular weight	340.6 g/mol
Exact mass	340.3341
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	50%
HSN code	29157090
InChIKey	ULBTUVJTXULMLP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCCC
PubChem CID	31278

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to very faint yellow liquid
Density	0.861 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	9.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Stearic acid butyl ester, N-Butyl stearate, Octadecanoic acid, butyl ester, Kesscoflex BS, Kessco BSC, n-Butyl octadecanoate, Butyl octadecylate, Starfol BS-100, Stearic acid, butyl ester, RC plasticizer B-17, Tegester butyl stearate, Wickenol 122

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P305 + P351 + P338

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Butyl stearate, for synthesis?

The CAS Registry Number of Butyl stearate, for synthesis is 123-95-5. It is also known as Stearic acid butyl ester, N-Butyl stearate, Octadecanoic acid, butyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl stearate, for synthesis?

Butyl stearate, for synthesis has the molecular formula C22H44O2 and a molecular weight of 340.6 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is butyl octadecanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Butyl stearate, for synthesis can I order?

We supply Butyl stearate, for synthesis in Synthesis (50%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Butyl stearate, for synthesis?

Yes. Every lot of Butyl stearate, for synthesis is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Butyl stearate, for synthesis be shipped internationally?

Yes. Butyl stearate, for synthesis is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.