Octadecan-1-ol is a long-chain primary fatty alcohol consisting of a hydroxy function at C-1 of an unbranched saturated chain of 18 carbon atoms. It has a role as a plant metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is an octadecanol and a long-chain primary fatty alcohol.
Solubility Soluble in alcohol, ether, benzene, acetone
Mol. Weight
270.50
State
Dry Powder; Liquid; Other Solid; Pellets or Large Crystals, Liquid, Other Solid; NKRA; Pellets or Large Crystals, Other Solid
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.