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HS Code |
749359 |
| Cas Number | 7491-02-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C22H42O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 370.57 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor | Mild ester-like |
| Boiling Point | 210-215°C at 10 mmHg |
| Melting Point | -25°C |
| Density | 0.924 g/cm³ at 20°C |
| Solubility In Water | Insoluble |
| Flash Point | 192°C (open cup) |
| Viscosity | 8.5 mPa·s at 20°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.443 at 20°C |
As an accredited Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
| Packing | Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS), 500 mL, is packaged in a clear, amber glass bottle with a secure screw cap and label. |
| Shipping | Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) is shipped in tightly sealed containers made of compatible materials such as polyethylene or stainless steel. It should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources, and strong oxidizers. Handle with care to prevent spills and environmental contamination during transit. |
| Storage | Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) should be stored in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition. Keep away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids. Store at room temperature and protect from moisture. Ensure that storage containers are clearly labeled and comply with local regulations for chemical storage. |
Applications of Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) in Industrial ManufacturingOur high-purity Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) supports demanding manufacturing processes in several regulated sectors. We cooperate directly with formulation teams and technical procurement staff in industries requiring lubricity, flexibility, and compatibility within advanced downstream operations. Below are primary application segments where customers integrate DIPS according to industry-specific protocols and composition targets. 1. Personal Care and Cosmetic EmollientsCosmetics and skin care formulations deploy DIPS as a non-greasy emollient and solvent, targeting high-spreadability creams, lotions, sun care items, and color cosmetics. Our manufacturing partners select DIPS to reduce tackiness in high lipid-phase systems, ensuring low residue and rapid skin absorption. Regulatory audits often focus on traceability of esters within sensitive leave-on applications, and our QC system assures batch consistency for direct addition during emulsification or as a solubilizer in anhydrous preparations. Industry compliance standards
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2. Plasticizer for Cellulosic and Vinyl PolymersPolymer processors rely on DIPS as a speciality plasticizer for cellulose acetate, cellulose nitrate, and certain PVC grades. Its low volatility and high compatibility improve flexibility and clarity in acetate films, injection-molded housings, and rigid foils. Operators incorporate DIPS to replace phthalate plasticizers in compliance-driven projects, particularly for packaging or industrial components facing stricter migration or environmental regulations. Industry compliance standards
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3. Pharmaceutical Coating Solvents and Film FormersPharmaceutical manufacturers specify DIPS as a non-toxic co-solvent and plasticizing excipient in oral solid dosage finishing. It achieves controlled release and enteric coating elasticity, lowering film brittleness in combination with polymethacrylate or cellulose derivative-based systems. Pharmacopoeial grade DIPS enables manufacturers to meet stringent residual solvent limits and process controls in both batch and continuous coating systems. Industry compliance standards
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4. Lubricant Base Formulations for Speciality GreasesManufacturers of synthetic lubricants and specialty greases use DIPS for blending low-temperature greases, dielectric lubricants, and light viscosity transmission fluids. Our material offers superior pour point depression alongside oxidation resistance, supporting performance in climate-exposed assemblies. DIPS integrates into ester blend systems where compatibility with polyalkylene glycols or silicone fluids is critical for OEM equipment standards and regulatory documentation. Industry compliance standards
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5. Solvent and Intermediate for Fragrance ManufacturingAroma chemical companies apply DIPS as a carrier and fixative in fragrance compounding for fine perfumes and technical odour-masking blends. Its low volatility and mild odour profile allow stable integration of heat-sensitive aroma ingredients, while its chemical structure supports esterification and alcohol exchange reactions in fragrance synthesis. Producers monitor input quality and ensure traceable origin due to the sensitivity of global fragrance formulations to impurities. Industry compliance standards
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From the perspective of a chemical manufacturer who has worked on the shop floor, handled feedstock batches, and fielded customer calls on performance issues, the story of Diisopropyl Sebacate (DIPS) is a practical one. DIPS is an ester from sebacic acid and isopropanol, clear and almost odorless. This product has found a steady place in specialized markets over the past decades due to its unique mix of properties, which show up in ways that can’t be matched by other plasticizers or emollients. By putting out DIPS straight from our reactors, without middlemen disconnecting feedback from production, we see firsthand where its strengths save both headaches and money.
The chemical business sees an endless parade of plasticizers and emollients, often boasting similar numbers or claims. Diisopropyl Sebacate stands out in the lab and in the drum warehouse. With a molecular weight higher than many common plasticizers, it resists volatility, so losses from evaporation during processing or storage remain low. In cosmetics and topical pharmaceuticals, DIPS leaves a lightweight, non-greasy feel on the skin, which results in better sensory profiles, especially important for lotions that consumers use every morning. Its high purity levels—over 99% in our regular batches—support greater consistency, lowering variability in end-use applications, and reducing operator troubleshooting when viscosity changes unexpectedly.
Having been on the line during attempts to switch raw materials for cost or convenience, I’ve watched engineers and formulators struggle with substitutions that seem fine on paper but crack and fail during real-world use. DIPS resists hydrolysis better than the cheaper diethyl sebacate, staying intact longer on the shelf or in hot, humid climates. Its performance compares favorably in terms of plasticizing efficiency for polar polymers like cellulose acetate and PVC, offering a balance between flexibility and migration resistance. For workers running compounding lines, it means fewer stoppages for filter blockages or troubleshooting “ghosting” on sheet products.
Our DIPS model maintains a color index below 20 APHA, which translates to no yellowing or discoloration—a must in hygienic and optical packaging. Viscosity readings between 8-12 mPa·s at 25°C give processors a reliable flow in both lab and plant scales. Incompatibility with low-polarity resins prevents issues during coextrusion or multi-phase blending. As a producer, tight control on acid value (less than 0.2 mgKOH/g) and water content (below 0.1%) wards against side reactions, especially in moisture-sensitive polymers or dermatological formulas. Where stricter cosmetics testing is needed, our batches meet USP/NF and EU cosmetic grade purity, with each drum traceable back to specific reactor runs.
Transportation and storage safety also matter. Because DIPS resists oxidation, it stores well for years when kept in sealed drums away from strong acids or bases. Zero halogens and low odor profiles make logistics less complicated—drivers and warehouse handlers don’t complain about spills, and filling lines can run adjacent to food packaging without cross-tainting concerns. Compatibility with stainless steel, glass, and most plated metals keeps cleaning costs low for filling and compounding lines.
Over the past fifteen years, I’ve witnessed DIPS find its footing in personal care, plastics modification, and polymer processing. For sunscreen lotions, it reacts smoothly with actives, increasing spreadability and ensuring the active ingredients don’t crystallize or flake out—even under intense sunlight. In industrial applications, such as extrusion of flexible PVC or nitrocellulose lacquers, DIPS extends the workable temperature range and does not fog clear sheets like phthalate plasticizers can. This translates directly into fewer batch rejections and more predictable yields, which production managers value above anything else. Where customers have tried substituting cheaper alternatives, hands-on trials reveal grit and separation after a few weeks of storage; returning to DIPS reliably resolves these.
Modeling from plant and customer data, we’ve seen DIPS being purchased not just as an emollient—where its feel and lack of skin irritation matter—but increasingly as a resin plasticizer chosen for its purity and stability. In automotive trim and flexible film, it helps reduce fogging on glass even after constant summer cycling, and because it doesn’t leach as quickly as shorter-chain esters, there’s less risk of shrinking or warping in assembled parts. In pharmaceuticals, DIPS acts as a solvent for some poorly soluble APIs, bringing down costs for otherwise complex formulations.
Since we run our own reactors, the control of every batch is hands-on, not indirect. Each lot passes GC and FTIR confirmation. We retain sample archives and keep every tank traceable through digital production logs, backing up supplier reliability for customers faced with GMP or ISO audits. If anything falls out of spec, it’s caught before drums leave the plant, not after a customer’s line stops. We do our own viscosity checks and don’t offload basic QC to third parties, so customers get consistent readings and less drift in their manufacturing data.
With long-term production, I’ve seen the savings add up—customers using our DIPS experience fewer non-conformance events and warranty call-backs. Every drum is marked by shift, date, and operator, and our chemical tracing tools let customers correlate any downstream issues back to raw material changes. That traceability helps us improve batch by batch, which our recurring customers notice.
A lot of buyers initially look at just price per kilogram, but real-world use tells a different story. Common alternatives like diethyl phthalate or diethyl sebacate will look appealing at contract level but come back to bite downstream. Phthalates raise safety, odor, and solvency issues, especially in cosmeceuticals and food-contact materials—areas where regulations continue to tighten. Our customers have had to overhaul entire lines after noticing high phthalate migration in storage, a nightmare when facing consumer recalls.
DIPS wins with its low toxicity profile, which fits with both European and North American restrictions, and packs the shelf-life endurance needed for global export. Versus shorter-chain sebacates and phthalate esters, DIPS lasts longer as a plasticizer, causes fewer processing stability issues, and supports a smoother finish for finished products. End-users have fewer complaints about plastic odor, and the risk of allergic responses drops, especially in skin-contact applications like baby lotions, barrier creams, and medical rubs.
Looking at increasing demand for environmentally responsible chemicals, DIPS checks off several boxes for sustainability. Our process routes use renewable-source sebacic acid derived from ricinoleic acid, reducing dependence on petroleum-derived feedstocks. Our plants operate closed-loop waste recovery and incorporate energy use audits, so every drum that leaves has a smaller carbon footprint than the industry average for comparable esters. We began distributed wastewater treatment in 2019, recycling more than half the process wash water, which resulted in both cleaner effluent and lower environmental fees.
On the shop floor, DIPS poses low acute toxicity and is neither classified as hazardous under transport nor storage by most regulators. This reduces handling restrictions for industrial sites and lets our clients operate with fewer permit complexities. No need for costly extraction or harsh degreasing procedures after line cleaning—DIPS washes off with standard detergent solutions, so maintenance crews finish jobs faster and with less risk.
Our clients often bring us their toughest formulation challenges. Products have to work in Singapore’s humidity, survive winter rail shipments across Northern Canada, or pass Japanese consumer safety surveys. Thanks to our integrated technical support, we help customers match their resin, wax, or cosmetic blend with DIPS lot-by-lot, adjusting for batch-age, purity, and shipment times. That hands-on know-how reduces T&E cycles, so launches happen on schedule. The ability to provide direct plant samples—unadulterated by traders—allows for faster scale-up, whether adjusting for antimicrobial creams, nail polish suspensions, or engineering-grade cast sheets.
In one recent partnership, a global personal care brand switched to our DIPS after repeated issues with cold-weather gelling in pump lotions. Our technical team traced the problem to impurities in a blended plasticizer from another supplier. Supplying our single-source DIPS reduced viscosity swings, brought down returns, and improved overall consumer feedback on “feel.” It saves time and improves bottom lines for customers who need a steady supply that isn’t prone to surprises.
As producers, we take on the responsibility and risk of consistent output. Market disruptions, shortages, and sudden quality failures always hit manufacturers first, not traders or repackers. We’ve seen containers stuck at ports, and we’ve stepped up to solve logistics blockages for regular partners. Every time new regulations hit—for example, tighter REACH rules or FDA ingredient reviews—we’re able to respond, update specs, and certify batches without delay. Our control over raw material sourcing and batch production means customers have direct recourse if any issue ever arises.
Having decades of experience with DIPS, both on the floor and in end-use support, lets us offer advice that saves both time and cost. For a customer facing a new regulation or formulating an innovative product, we share best practices gained from installations worldwide. This includes avoiding common incompatibilities with silicones, keeping batch tank temperatures controlled during mixing, and pre-testing lens or film materials to avert costly missteps. The direct link between producer and formulator slashes misunderstandings that usually result from third-party handling or opaque sourcing.
With trends pushing for safer, renewable, and more skin-friendly inputs, DIPS is well-positioned, both in classic PVC and in cutting-edge cosmeceutical formulas. The expansion of biopolymer markets has only increased demand for high-purity sebacate esters, as lower-quality alternatives often disrupt performance or violate regulatory limits. We continue to invest in plant upgrades, digitize quality monitoring, and seek feedback from technical users, not just purchasing managers, to refine and expand DIPS offerings. We are seeing new opportunities in biodegradable films, advanced lubricants, and moisture-resistant sealants where DIPS gives performance that others struggle to deliver.
By standing behind every batch, ensuring tight controls, and holding ourselves accountable for outcomes, we bring more than just a commodity product to market. For our customers, it means a dependable backbone in their production chain—a partner who understands industrial pressures, regulatory shifts, and practical cost-saving. With DIPS, you buy more than a chemical; you secure the result of years of manufacturing know-how and a guarantee that what you receive will work, batch after batch.
