CAS 112-92-5
Stearyl Alcohol
CAS 112-92-5C18H38O270.5 g/mol
Stearyl Alcohol, known as Octadecan-1-ol, is primarily used in the cosmetics and personal care industry as an emulsifier and thickener. This versatile fatty alcohol aids in stabilizing formulations and enhancing texture in creams, lotions, and other beauty products. Its favorable chemical properties make it suitable for various applications, particularly in cosmetics, owing to its emollient characteristics. Stearyl Alcohol is also utilized in the production of detergents and as a lubricant in industrial applications.
Main applicationCosmetics & Personal Care — Used as an emulsifier and thickener in creams and lotions.
Stearyl Alcohol is significant due to its multifunctional roles in numerous industries, particularly in cosmetics and cleaning products. Its ability to stabilize formulations and enhance texture makes it a sought-after ingredient in high-quality personal care goods, positioning it as a valuable component in both manufacturing and end-user satisfaction.
Also known as
- Stearyl alcohol
- 1-OCTADECANOL
- Octadecan-1-ol
- 1-Hydroxyoctadecane
- n-Octadecanol
- Stearol
- Stearic alcohol
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Supplied in 25 kg packs.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 112-92-5
- Chemical formula
- C18H38O
- Molecular weight
- 270.5 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White powder
- Density
- 0.8124 g/cm³ at 59 °C/4 °C
- Density
- 0.8124 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 59.5 °C
- Boiling Point
- 210.5 °C at 15 mm Hg
Stearyl Alcohol is composed of long-chain fatty alcohols with the chemical formula C18H38O and a molecular weight of 270.5 g/mol. This product is typically found in a powdered form and exhibits a melting point of 59.5 °C, which contributes to its solid state at room temperature. Its relatively low density of 0.8124 g/cm³ at specific temperatures indicates that it is less dense than water. When ordering, buyers should specify the package type and quantity, as this product typically comes in 25 kg packs. The solubility profile allows it to dissolve in alcohols and ethers, making it suitable for various solvent-based applications.
Delivery
Stearyl Alcohol is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Cosmetics & Personal Care — Used as an emulsifier and thickener in creams and lotions.
- Detergents & Soaps — Acts as a lubricant and stabilizer in cleaning products.
- Food Processing — Serves as an emulsifying agent in food formulations.
- Pharma — Utilized in drug formulations for texture enhancement.
- Cleaning Agents — Enhances viscosity and stability in industrial cleaners.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Emulsifying properties enable stable formulations in cosmetics.
- Enhances texture and creaminess, improving the user experience in personal care products.
- Acts as a viscosity modifier in cleaning agents, ensuring optimal product performance.
- Reduces surface tension in formulations, facilitating better spreading and absorption.
- Versatile for various applications, making it cost-effective for manufacturers.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Stearyl Alcohol?
The CAS registry number for Stearyl Alcohol is 112-92-5. Its chemical formula is C18H38O, with a molecular weight of 270.5 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Stearyl Alcohol?
Stearyl Alcohol is also referred to as Stearyl alcohol, 1-OCTADECANOL, Octadecan-1-ol, 1-Hydroxyoctadecane, n-Octadecanol and Stearol. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Stearyl Alcohol is supplied?
Stearyl Alcohol is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Stearyl Alcohol look like?
Stearyl Alcohol is described as white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Stearyl Alcohol used for?
Common applications include cosmetics & Personal Care — Used as an emulsifier and thickener in creams and lotions., detergents & Soaps — Acts as a lubricant and stabilizer in cleaning products., food Processing — Serves as an emulsifying agent in food formulations., pharma — Utilized in drug formulations for texture enhancement. and cleaning Agents — Enhances viscosity and stability in industrial cleaners.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Stearyl Alcohol?
Stearyl Alcohol is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Stearyl Alcohol available in?
Supplied in 25 kg packs. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to Stearyl Alcohol
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 8221pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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