Lauryl Stearyl Alcohol (C12-18)
Industrial Applications
Lauryl Stearyl Alcohol (C12-C18) is a mixture of fatty alcohols widely used in the personal care and cosmetics industry as an emollient, thickening agent, and surfactant. It is commonly incorporated into creams, lotions, hair conditioners, shampoos, and other skin and hair products. Industrially, it serves as an intermediate in the production of esters, lubricants, and specialty chemicals, providing moisturizing, stabilizing, and texture-enhancing properties in formulations.
Physical Properties
Lauryl Stearyl Alcohol (C12-C18) appears as a white to off-white waxy solid or flakes, depending on temperature, with a faint characteristic odor. It is insoluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents. The compound is chemically stable under normal conditions, exhibits low volatility, and provides emollient and thickening functionality suitable for industrial, personal care, and cosmetic applications.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- C12-18 Alcohol
Form
- Liquid
Abbreviations
- C-12-18
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