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1. Composition & Definition:
Stearyl
Alcohol 18 (98%) is a high-purity fatty alcohol with at least
98% Stearyl Alcohol (C18). It is primarily derived from natural
vegetable oils like palm oil or coconut oil or synthesized from
petrochemical sources.
2. Properties:
- Appearance:
White, waxy solid (flakes or granules)
- Purity:
Minimum 98% Stearyl Alcohol (C18)
- Melting
Point: Approx. 55–60°C
- Solubility:
Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents and oils
- Odor: Mild,
characteristic fatty odor
3. Applications:
- Cosmetics
& Personal Care: Used as an emollient, emulsifier, and
thickener in creams, lotions, conditioners, and other skincare and
hair care products.
- Pharmaceuticals:
Functions as a stabilizer and structuring agent in ointments and
medicinal formulations.
- Industrial
Uses: Utilized in lubricants, plasticizers,
surfactants, and wax blends for various applications.
4. Source & Manufacturing:
Produced
through the hydrogenation of fatty acids obtained from renewable
vegetable oil sources like coconut or palm oil.