DIBUTYL SEBACATE

CAS Number	109-43-3
Chem/IUPAC Name:	Dibutyl sebacate
EINECS/ELINCS No:	203-672-5
COSING REF No:	75653

Dibutyl Sebacate is a synthetic film-forming agent and a plasticizer that enhances flexibility and durability in products like nail polishes and hair care formulations. It has amazing conditioning properties making the hair and skin soft and smooth. Further, its faint fruity fragrance enhances the smell of a formulation and also perfumes the skin. In its raw form, Dibutyl Sebacate appears as a colorless oily liquid that is insoluble in water. With low acute toxicity and minimal risk of skin irritation, this ingredient is generally considered safe. The chemical formula of Dibutyl Sebacate is C₁₈H₃₄O₄.

Who supplies DIBUTYL SEBACATE ?

What is DIBUTYL SEBACATE used for?

Dibutyl Sebacate has several applications in the cosmetic industry due to its properties as a plasticizer and solvent. It is commonly used in nail polishes, where it enhances flexibility and durability, preventing chipping and cracking. Dibutyl Sebacate also serves as a solvent for fragrance oils and essential oils in perfumes and colognes, helping to maintain their scent and consistency. Additionally, it is utilized in hair care products like hair sprays and gels to provide a flexible hold without stiffness. Its ability to dissolve various cosmetic ingredients makes Dibutyl Sebacate a versatile additive in formulations across the cosmetic sector.

Origin

Dibutyl Sebacate is made from sebacic acid and n-butanol through esterification. Sebacic acid, derived from castor oil or adipic acid, reacts with n-butanol under reflux conditions, catalyzed by an acid catalyst like sulfuric acid. The reaction produces water as a byproduct and forms Dibutyl Sebacate.

What does DIBUTYL SEBACATE do in a formulation?

Film forming
Hair conditioning
Masking
Plasticiser
Skin conditioning
Solvent

Safety profile

Dibutyl Sebacate exhibits a favorable safety profile. Extensive studies indicate low toxicity, and it is not considered a skin irritant or sensitizer. Dibutyl Sebacate has not shown mutagenic or carcinogenic effects in available data. While no specific regulatory restrictions exist for its use in cosmetics, prudent handling practices are advised to minimize potential exposure. Like many chemicals, prolonged or excessive contact should be avoided.