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1. Composition & Definition:
Behenyl
Alcohol 22 (also known as Docosanol) is a long-chain fatty
alcohol consisting predominantly of C22 alcohol derived from natural
vegetable oils like coconut, palm, or rapeseed oil. It is widely
used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.
2. Properties:
- Appearance:
White, waxy solid (flakes or beads)
- Purity:
Primarily C22 alcohol (Docosanol)
- Melting
Point: Approx. 65–75°C
- Solubility: Insoluble
in water, soluble in oils and organic solvents
- Odor: Mild,
fatty odor
3. Applications:
- Cosmetics
& Personal Care: Used as an emollient, thickener, and
opacifier in skin creams, lotions, and conditioners.
- Pharmaceuticals:
Commonly used as an active ingredient in antiviral creams (e.g., for
cold sores).
- Industrial
Uses: Applied in lubricants, plasticizers,
coatings, and wax formulations for its stabilizing properties.
4. Source & Manufacturing:
Produced
through the hydrogenation of fatty acids sourced from vegetable oils
such as palm or coconut oil.