Neodecanoic Acid (CAS 26896-20-8) is a highly branched, synthetic tertiary carboxylic acid liquid consisting of a mixture of isomers, primarily utilized as a versatile intermediate in the manufacturing of metal working fluids, paint dryers, and polymerization initiators. This Versatic acid 10 equivalent functions as a superior hydrophobe and stability enhancer in C10 branched fatty acid based formulations, offering exceptional resistance to hydrolysis and chemical attack due to the steric hindrance provided by its tertiary alkyl structure. To support industrial-scale requirements, we provide bulk supply with competitive factory pricing and ensure rigorous quality control through customized specifications alongside standard technical documentation, including MSDS, TDS, COA.
Neodecanoic Acid CAS 26896-20-8
- CAS: 26896-20-8
- Synonyms: Neodecanoic acid; 2,2,3,5-Tetramethylhexanoic acid; 2,4-Dimethyl-2-isopropylpentanoic acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-2-ethylhexanoic acid
- Einecs: 248-093-9
- Molecular Formula: C10H20O2
- Grade: Industrial grade 99%
- Package: 200kg iron drum or 50kg plastic drum packing
Product Description
Neocapric acid is inα carbon atomsThere is a series of branch chainscapric acidtargetIsomersIt is suitable for the bonding of rubber with brass-plated and galvanized steel wires, cables and metal levers, yellow steel bottom layers of different thicknesses, and various bare steels. beRadial tiresExcellent adhesion enhancer for rubber and metal.
alias：tertiary capric acid; 2-ethyl-2,5-dimethylcaproic acid
molecular formula：C10H20O2
molecular weight：172.26
Form and color：Watery white liquid
smell：vehement
Melting and freezing points：< -30 °C (< -22 °F)
Boiling point：270 – 280 °C (518 – 536 °F)
vapour pressure：0.00329mmHg at 25°C
Density：910 kg/m3 at 20 °C (68 °F)
Relative vapor density：5.9
application：Adhesion enhancer
Distribution coefficient：log Pow: 2.11
water solubility：Negligible at 25 °
CKinematic viscosity：45 mm/s at 20 °C (68 °F)
Flash point：129 ℃
Basic application
Neocapric acid has very good hydrolytic stability , thermal stability andchemical agentStability, very good solubility in non-polar compounds, makes it a very wide range of applications, and is a key intermediate in the processing and manufacturing of various products. These properties of neocapric acid are due to their highly branched tertiary carboxin groups, which make their properties significantly different from primary and secondary carbonic acids. Neocapric acid monomer can be usedMetal extractants, lubricants, cosmetics. Due to the highly branched structure properties of tertiary carbonization on α-carbon, neocapric acid has good hydrolysis resistance and corrosion resistance compared with this linear secondary carbon structure. It is used as an intermediate in chemical products and has a wide range of applications. Typical examples are: neocapric acid can be used to make esters, chlorides of acids, and metal salt derivatives. For example, chloride that reacts with phosphine to produce acids and PCl3 to produce peroxide polymers. It reacts with cobalt, copper, and zinc to form metal salts. These salts can be used as vulcanizing agents for rubber tires, paint drying agents, stabilizers for PVC, chemical catalysts, polyester resin cross-linking promoters,Wood preservativesandFuel additives。 In addition, neocapric acid is an effective metal extractor and can also be used for synthesisester lubricants。
FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain
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Q:
Is Neodecanoic Acid (CAS 26896-20-8) a pure single-molecule substance?
A: No, it is a technical mixture of branched C10 carboxylic acid isomers (C10H20O2) produced via the Koch reaction, providing liquid properties and high solubility that a single crystalline isomer would not offer. -
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Why is this acid preferred over standard fatty acids in coating applications?
A: The quaternary carbon atom adjacent to the carboxyl group creates significant steric hindrance, which protects the ester bond from hydrolysis, thereby imparting superior water and chemical resistance to the final resin or coating.
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