Catalog Number
ACM8006540
IUPAC Name
Octadecyl hexadecanoate
Synonyms
Lanolins;Anhydrous Lanum;Lanolin TR;Laniol;Lanox FPK 108
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCOC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC
InChI
BILPUZXRUDPOOF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI Key
InChI=1S/C34H68O2/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-18-19-21-23-25-27-29-31-33-36-34(35)32-30-28-26-24-22-20-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-33H2,1-2H3
Appearance
soft, greasy, yellow substance
Application
1. Skin Care: Lanolin is commonly used in skin care products such as lotions, creams, and lip balms due to its moisturizing properties. It helps to hydrate the skin and prevent dryness and chapping.
2. Medical: Lanolin is used in medical ointments and creams due to its ability to help heal and soothe irritated skin. It is also used in wound dressings and as a lubricant during medical procedures.
3. Cosmetics: Lanolin is used in cosmetics such as makeup, hair care products, and nail polish to enhance their texture and moisturizing properties.
4. Industrial: Lanolin is used as a lubricant and rust inhibitor in various industrial applications such as machinery and metalworking.
5. Textiles: Lanolin is used in the textile industry to help waterproof and protect fabrics such as wool and leather.
6. Baby products: Lanolin is used in baby products such as diaper creams and lotions due to its natural and safe properties.
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB)
4
Typical Applications
Antistatic; Emollient; Emulsifier; Dispersing agent; Skin conditioning
