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China and Germany are the leading exporters of ethyl laurate, accounting for the largest shares of global shipments in recent years, while the United States, India, and South Korea represent the top importing markets. Ethyl laurate prices have remained relatively stable amid steady cross-border flows, reflecting consistent demand from flavor & fragrance and pharmaceutical sectors. Export volumes from China have expanded modestly since 2022, while imports by Southeast Asian nations—including Vietnam and Thailand—have shown emerging growth, signaling broadening regional utilization.
Ethyl laurate is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild, fruity odor and low volatility; it has a boiling point of approximately 217–219 °C and a melting point near −3 °C. It is classified as a fatty acid ester—specifically, the ethyl ester of lauric acid—and belongs to the broader category of organic chemicals used as intermediates and functional ingredients. Industrially, it serves primarily as a plasticizer, emollient, and solvent in cosmetic and personal care formulations, and as a synthetic intermediate in the production of surfactants and lubricants. Its applications are concentrated in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals (e.g., topical formulations), and specialty coatings where ester-based solvency and skin compatibility are valued.
clear colorless to slightly yellowish liquid
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals - Cosmetics Raw Materials. See more about what is Ethyl laurate and Ethyl laurate SDS information.
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