CAS:78418-01-6
Molecular Formula:C15H20O4
Molecular Weight:264.32
EINECS:417-790-1
Synonyms:CAPRYLOYL SALICYLIC ACID; 2-Hydroxy-5-(1-oxooctyl)benzoic acid; 5-Octanoylsalicylic acid; Caprylyl salicylic acid; Water-soluble octanoyl salicylic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-(1-oxooctyl)-; 2-Hydroxy-5-n-octanoylbenzoic Acid; 5-n-Octanoylsalicylic Acid; 5- octyl salicylic acid; Octyl salicylic acid; 2-hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid
2-Hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid is commonly referred to as β – LHA (β – lipohydroxy acid, long-chain fatty alkyl – β – hydroxycarboxylic acid) Active compounds used in cosmetics.
| Item | Specification |
| Boiling point | 454.8±35.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 1.144 |
| Melting point | 115 °C |
| Vapor pressure | 97.3Pa at 21℃ |
| pKa | 2.68±0.10(Predicted) |
| Storage conditions | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
2-Hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid not only maintains the effectiveness of salicylic acid in removing aged keratin, but also enhances its affinity with skin cells, making it easier to penetrate into the stratum corneum. It can be used as an external ingredient in cosmetics to delay aging and treat blackheads and acne.
Usually packed in 25kg/drum,and also can be do customized package.
