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Isostearic Acid
CAS NUMBER - 2705-93-7
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A branched-chain fatty acid used as an emulsifier and thickening agent in cosmetic products.

Product Specification

SYNONYMS

Iso-stearic acid

MOLECULAR WEIGHT

328.52 g/mol

CAS NUMBER

2705-93-7

CHEMICAL FORMULA

C18H36O2

HS CODE

29157000

DENSITY

~0.91 g/cm³

MELTING POINT

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BOILING POINT

-

VISCOSITY

~100–200 cP

SHELF LIFE

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TYPICAL PROPERTIES

This chemical appears as a white solid, is insoluble in water, with medium to high viscosity. It is widely used in skin care to improve texture and provide smoothness, as an emulsifier to mix oil and water, and as a thickener to improve the viscosity of formulations.

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Packaging Type

hdpe drum

C18H36O2

hdpe drums

bag

C18H36O2

bags

Chemical Name

Isostearic Acid

Industry

Personal Care

Application of Isostearic Acid

  • Skin Care: Used to improve skin texture and provide a smooth feeling.
  • Emulsifier: Helps mix oil and water in formulations.
  • Thickener: Used to improve the viscosity of creams and lotions.

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