MASCOL® 12/98 is a versatile ingredient used as an emollient, emulsifier, emulsion stabilizer, opacifier, viscosity modifier, stabilizer, and re-fatting agent. Its benefits extend to smoothing and softening. With applications in both personal care and chemical and industrial manufacturing, MASCOL 12/98 offers a range of functional advantages. Experience its transformative impact in enhancing personal care products and industrial processes, backed by its versatile functions and beneficial properties.

INCI Name: Lauryl Alcohol

Functions: Emollient, Emulsifier, Emulsion Stabilizer, Opacifier, Stabilizer, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, CosIng Listed, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, GMP, Gluten-free, Halal, IECIC (China), ISO 9001, Kosher, Prop 65 Compliant, REACH (Europe), RSPO MassBalance Certified, Vegan

Synonyms: 1-Dodecyl Alcohol, 1-Hydroxydodecane, Dodecanol, Dodecanol-1, Dodecylalcohol, Hydroxydodecane, Lauric Alcohol, Laurinic Alcohol, Lauryl Alcohol, N-Dodecan-1-ol, N-Dodecanol, N-Dodecyl Alcohol, N-Lauryl Alcohol

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
CAS No.
112-53-8
EC No.
203-982-0

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 0.1mgKOH/gAOCS Te 2a-64
Hydrocarbonmax. 0.5wt%Gas Chromatography
Hydroxyl Value298 - 302mgKOH/gDerived from chain distribution
Iodine Valuemax. 0.1g/100gAOCS Tg 1-64
Moisture Contentmax. 0.1wt%AOCS Ca 2e-84
Saponification Valuemax. 0.5mgKOH/gAOCS Tl 1a-64
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 10APHAAOCS Ea 9-65
Solidification Point22 - 24°CAOCS Cc 12-59
Homolog Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
C10 & lowermax. 2wt%GC
C12 Contentmin. 98wt%GC
C14 & highermax. 2wt%GC

Regulatory & Compliance