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Stearyl Alcohol
CAS NUMBER - 112-92-5
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Stearyl alcohol is a long-chain fatty alcohol derived from natural sources, renowned for its emollient, thickening, and co-emulsifying properties, widely utilized in personal care, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic formulations due to its stability, skin compatibility, and versatility in creating various textures and delivery systems.

Product Specification

SYNONYMS

1-Octadecanol, Octadecan-1-ol, n-Octadecyl alcohol

MOLECULAR WEIGHT

270.49 g/mol

CAS NUMBER

112-92-5

CHEMICAL FORMULA

C18H38O

HS CODE

2905.17.00

DENSITY

0.812 g/cm³

MELTING POINT

57-59 °C

BOILING POINT

360 °C

VISCOSITY

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SHELF LIFE

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TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: White waxy flakes, prills or powder. Iodine Value: max 2. Hydroxyl Value: 205-215. Acid Value: max 0.5 mg KOH/g. Saponification Value: max 2 mg KOH/g. Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohols and oils.

APPEARANCE

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Packaging Type

hdpe drum

C18H38O

hdpe drums

gi drum

C18H38O

gi drums

bag

C18H38O

bags

Chemical Name

Stearyl Alcohol

Industry

Personal Care
Home Care and Industrial Cleaning

Application of Stearyl Alcohol

1. Emulsion Stabilizer: Functions as a co-emulsifier and consistency enhancer in creams and lotions, improving stability and texture.

2. Conditioning Agent: Provides substantive conditioning in hair care products, especially in conditioners and hair masks.

3. Viscosity Control: Modifies rheology and flow properties in various formulations from lightweight to rich consistencies.

4. Opacifier: Creates white, opaque appearance in cleansing products like shower gels and cream soaps.

5. Absorption Base: Serves as a base ingredient in stick products, suppositories, and ointments, controlling melting profile and active release.

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How does stearyl alcohol benefit skin barrier function?

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Is stearyl alcohol comedogenic?

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What differentiates stearyl alcohol from cetyl and cetearyl alcohols?

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Can stearyl alcohol be used in natural or clean beauty formulations?

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