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Pharm-Rx Stearyl Alcohol

Pharm-Rx Stearyl Alcohol is a versatile cosmetic ingredient that functions as an emulsifier, fragrance ingredient, opacifier, viscosity modifier, emulsion stabilizer, foam booster, emollient, refatting agent, cleansing agent, and stabilizer.

INCI Name: Stearyl Alcohol

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Molecular formula
C₁₈H₃₈O
Definition

Stearyl Alcohol contains NLT 90.0% and NMT 102.0% of stearyl alcohol (C18H38O), the remainder consisting chiefly of related alcohols. It is obtained from sources of vegetable, animal, or synthetic origin.

Chemical Structure

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Applications & Uses

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight270.5--

Regulatory & Compliance

USP Reference Standards
  • USP Arachidyl Alcohol RS
  • USP Cetyl Alcohol RS
  • USP Lauryl Alcohol RS
  • USP Linolenyl Alcohol RS
  • USP Myristyl Alcohol RS
  • USP Oleyl Alcohol RS
  • USP Stearyl Alcohol RS

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Preserve in well-closed containers.