CAS 1190-63-2
:Cetyl stearate
Description:
Cetyl stearate is a fatty acid ester formed from cetyl alcohol and stearic acid. It is a white, waxy solid at room temperature and is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and chloroform. This compound is primarily used in cosmetic formulations, serving as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickening agent, which helps to improve the texture and stability of creams and lotions. Cetyl stearate also finds applications in the pharmaceutical industry as a lubricant in tablet formulations and as a release agent in the production of various products. Its chemical structure consists of a long hydrocarbon chain, contributing to its hydrophobic properties. Additionally, cetyl stearate is known for its ability to form stable emulsions, making it valuable in both personal care and industrial applications. Safety data indicates that it is generally regarded as safe for use in cosmetics, although individual sensitivities may vary. Overall, cetyl stearate is a versatile compound with significant utility in various formulations.
Formula:C34H68O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C34H68O2/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34(35)36-33-31-29-27-25-23-21-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-33H2,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=SSZBUIDZHHWXNJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(OCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
Synonyms:- 1-Hexadecanol, stearate
- Cetyl stearate
- Hexadecyl Octadecanoate
- Hexadecyl Stearate
- Octadecanoic acid, hexadecyl ester
- Palmityl stearate
- Stearic acid, hexadecyl ester
- Wickenol 121
- n-Hexadecyl stearate
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OCTADECANOIC ACID, HEXADECYL ESTER
CAS:Formula:C34H68O2Purity:95%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:508.9025Cetyl Stearate
CAS:Controlled Product<p>Applications Cetyl Stearate is a wax ester of stearic acid. Wax esters are esters between long chained fatty alcohols and fatty acids. Wax esters have significance in pharmaceutical and cosmetics applications and occur naturally in plants and animals. Stearate esters are used most frequently in the formulation of eye makeup, skin makeup, lipstick and skin care products.<br>References Wheatley, V., et al.: Biochem. J., 58, 167 (1954); Shichijo, S., et al.: Biochem. Med., 22, 256 (1979); Robosky, L., et al.: J. Lipid Res., 49, 686 (2008);<br></p>Formula:C34H68O2Color and Shape:NeatMolecular weight:508.90



