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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

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    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

     - 1

    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.