1-eicosanol

💡1.Physical Properties

Appearance White flaky or waxy solid
Melting Point 64-66°C
Boiling Point 356°C (at normal pressure), 220-225°C (3 mmHg)
Density 0.841 g/mL (at 20°C)
Flash Point 195°C
Solubility Insoluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and chloroform, soluble in acetone and benzene
Refractive Index 1.435 (n20D)

👨‍🔬2.Main purpose

I.Personal care and cosmetics industry
Used as a moisturizer, it has the effect of moisturizing the skin and improving skin texture
As an emulsifier and thickener, it is used in products such as face creams, lotions, lip balms, etc.

II. Surfactants and the Cleaning Industry
Used for synthesizing various surfactants
Prepare cleaning products and detergents to help remove dirt and grease
III. Pharmaceuticals and Health Supplements
Can be used as drug excipients or carriers to improve the stability of drugs
Regulate the release rate of the drug
Used in the health supplement industry
As an internal standard for chromatographic analysis
Development of methods for lipid detection
Crystal structure and polymorphism studies

🔍3.Safety and Storage

Storage Conditions
Store in an airtight manner and keep in a cool, dry place.
Stay away from oxidants
Storage temperature: It is recommended to keep at room temperature (below the melting point).
Hazard classification
According to the data from some suppliers, this substance may pose the following hazards:
Eye irritation (Eye Irrit. 2) – H319
Harmful to aquatic environments (Aquatic Chronic 2) – H41
Safety instructions
Avoid contact with eyes
Avoid discharging into the environment
It is recommended to wear appropriate personal protective equipment during the operation.

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