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Cosmetic Supplies USA Undecylenic Acid

Cosmetic Supplies USA Undecylenic acid is an unsaturated carboxylic acid. When Ricinoleic acid, an unsaturated fatty acid containing one - OH group, derived from Castor Oil, is pyrolyzed by heating in the absence of air, it breaks down to give Undecylenic acid and n - heptaldehyde . It's anti - fungal properties are useful in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals . Undecylenic acid and its aldehyde are used to formulate perfumes . Undecylenic acid and its zinc salt are used for the treatment and prevention of superficial fungus infections of the skin, primarily tinea pedis as well as relieves itching, burning and irritation.

Functions: Fungistatic Agent

Benefit Claims: Anti-Fungal, Anti-Itching, Fragrance Enhancement, Irritation Reduction

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Treatment Product Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to pale yellow liquid
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Puritymin. 97.0%-
Acid Value300-305--
Iodine Valuemax. 20--
Melting Point22-25°C-
Specific Gravity0.912--
Vapour Density6.36--
Flash Point146.0°C-