- INCI Name:Octyldodecanol
- Chemical Name:2-octyldodecan-1-ol
- CAS Number:5333-42-6
- Functions:Solvent, Intermediate, Coupling Agent
- Chemical Family:Alcohols
- Synonyms:2-Octyl Dodecanol, 2-Octyldodecyl Alcohol, Octyl Dodecanol
ISOFOL 20 is a primary, saturated alcohol with defined branching of the carbon chain. Such alcohols are chemically described as 2-alkyl-1-alkanols and are also referred to as Guerbet alcohols. It is a high purity alcohol that offers excellent oxidative and color stability. Additionally, the twin, 100% linear alkyl branches of the ISOFOL alcohol give it a lower viscosity and better biodegradability than dimer alcohols derived from oxo-alcohols. The unique chemical structure of ISOFOL alcohol also provides good solubility and solvency.