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Stearyl Alcohol

CAS 112-92-5C18H38OMW 270.5

Stearyl Alcohol (CAS 112-92-5) — formula C18H38O, molecular weight 270.5; category fine chemicals.

Product Description

Stearyl Alcohol (CAS 112-92-5) is a fine chemicals. Its molecular formula C18H38O comprises 18 C, 38 H, 1 O atoms. Its molecular weight is about 270.5. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 59.5 °C, boiling point around 210.5 °C at 15 mm Hg, LogP about 8.4. Fine chemicals are high-value, multi-variety, small-batch products emphasizing purity and specification customization, also covering general chemical raw materials. Targeting pharmaceuticals, electronics, flavors and functional materials; produced and repacked to customer specifications. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number112-92-5
Molecular FormulaC18H38O
Molecular Weight270.5
Melting Point59.5 °C
Boiling Point210.5 °C at 15 mm Hg
LogP8.4
ApplicationsCIR ingredient: Stearyl Alcohol, substitute for cetyl alcohol in pharmaceutical dispensing, in cosmetic creams and perfumery, in textile oils and finishes, as an antifoam agent, and in lubricants
CategoryFine Chemicals|Cosmetic Raw Materials

Applications

Documented applications: CIR ingredient: Stearyl Alcohol, substitute for cetyl alcohol in pharmaceutical dispensing, in cosmetic creams and perfumery, in textile oils and finishes, as an antifoam agent, and in lubricants.

Technical Profile

What this product is

Stearyl Alcohol is a high-value fine compound with CAS registry number 112-92-5 and molecular formula C18H38O (molecular weight 270.5), belonging to the fine chemicals segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 112-92-5

Its molecular formula C18H38O comprises 18 C, 38 H, 1 O atoms.

Also known as: Stearyl Alcohol · 硬脂醇 · Ceteareth-20 · C18 Alcohol

Category: fine chemicals / cosmetic raw materials

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Stearyl Alcohol?

The CAS registry number of Stearyl Alcohol is 112-92-5.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Stearyl Alcohol?

Molecular formula C18H38O, molecular weight 270.5.

What other names is Stearyl Alcohol known by?

It is also registered under: Stearyl Alcohol, 硬脂醇, Ceteareth-20, C18 Alcohol.

What are the documented applications of Stearyl Alcohol?

Recorded applications: CIR ingredient: Stearyl Alcohol, substitute for cetyl alcohol in pharmaceutical dispensing, in cosmetic creams and perfumery, in textile oils and finishes, as an antifoam agent, and in lubricants.

Which category does Stearyl Alcohol belong to?

Category: Fine Chemicals / Cosmetic Raw Materials.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for Stearyl Alcohol (CAS 112-92-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number112-92-5
PubChem CID8221
Molecular formulaC18H38O
IUPAC nameoctadecan-1-ol
UNII (FDA)2KR89I4H1Y

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight270.5
XLogP38.4
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count1
Rotatable Bond Count16
Exact Mass270.292265831
Monoisotopic Mass270.292265831
Topological Polar Surface Area20.2
Heavy Atom Count19

Physicochemical values on record

Boiling Point210.5 °C at 15 mm Hg
Boiling Point336 °C
Boiling Point202 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point59.5 °C
Melting Point59.8 °C
Melting Point58 °C
Flash Point200 °C
Flash Point392 °F (200 °C) (Closed cup)
Flash Point170 °C
SolubilityIn water, 1.1X10-3 mg/L at 25 °C

Documented uses on record

    CIR ingredient: Stearyl AlcoholUsed as a substitute for cetyl alcohol in pharmaceutical dispensing; in cosmetic creams and perfumery; in textile oils and finishes; as an antifoam agent; and in lubricants, resins, and surface active agents; Synthetic stearyl alcohol has been approved as a direct and indirect food additive ingredient and as an ingredient in over-the-counter drugs; [HSDB]

    Synonyms and trade names

    Stearyl alcohol; 1-OCTADECANOL; Octadecan-1-ol; 112-92-5; 1-Hydroxyoctadecane; Octadecyl alcohol; n-Octadecanol; Stearol; Stearic alcohol; n-Octadecyl alcohol; Atalco S; n-1-Octadecanol; Steraffine; Alfol 18; Sipol S; Alcohol stearylicus

    Regulatory listings held on file

    Regulatory & Food ContactEU Flavoring substances
    FDA Substance added to food: SURFACE-FINISHING AGENT, TEXTURIZER
    FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS
    Flavoring Agents
    Use in margarine, shortening, and food products that require the use of semi-solid and solid fats as a texturi
    Scientific procedures
    GHS notification summary61.7% (1186 / 1921)

    GHS hazard classification

    GHS notification summary61.7% (1186 / 1921)
    Reported hazard statementsH319 (23.1%), H400 (15%), H411 (15.4%), H412 (15%)

    This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 61.7% (1186 of 1921) of all reports.

    H319 (23.1%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

    What the public record says

    C18 Alcohol · CAS 112-92-5 · C18H38O. UNII 2KR89I4H1Y. Boiling Point: 210.5 °C at 15 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 336 °C; Boiling Point: 202 °C @760 [mm Hg].

    Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.

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