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1-Octadecanol, 97%
CAS: 112-92-5 | C18H38O | 270.501 g/mol
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Catalog number A12020.30
also known as A12020-30
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS112-92-5
IUPAC Nameoctadecan-1-ol
Molecular FormulaC18H38O
InChI KeyGLDOVTGHNKAZLK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCO
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Specifications
Specification Sheet
Specification SheetAppearance (Color)White
FormFlakes or pellets
Assay (GC)≥96.0%
Identification (FTIR)Conforms
Melting Point (clear melt)54.0-63.0?C
1-Octadecanol has been used as surfactant for the functionalization of carbon nanotubes. It is employed as emulsion stabilizer for creams and lotions, quality modifier of lipsticks, additive for ointment base and cream conditioners for smooth touch to skin for cosmetic uses. It is auxiliary for emulsifiers.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Applications
1-Octadecanol has been used as surfactant for the functionalization of carbon nanotubes. It is employed as emulsion stabilizer for creams and lotions, quality modifier of lipsticks, additive for ointment base and cream conditioners for smooth touch to skin for cosmetic uses. It is auxiliary for emulsifiers.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol, acetone, ether, benzene, chloroform.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a well ventilated place.
1-Octadecanol has been used as surfactant for the functionalization of carbon nanotubes. It is employed as emulsion stabilizer for creams and lotions, quality modifier of lipsticks, additive for ointment base and cream conditioners for smooth touch to skin for cosmetic uses. It is auxiliary for emulsifiers.
Solubility
Insoluble in water. Soluble in alcohol, acetone, ether, benzene, chloroform.
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a well ventilated place.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Thomas PS, et al. Electrical properties of natural rubber nanocomposites: effect of 1-octadecanol functionalization of carbon nanotubes.J. Mater. Sci.2012,47(7), 3344-49.
- Diana N H Tran.; Emma L Prime.; Michael Plazzer.; Andy H M Leung.; George Yiapanis.; Andrew J Christofferson.; Irene Yarovsky.; Greg G Qiao.; David H Solomon. Molecular interactions behind the synergistic effect in mixed monolayers of 1-octadecanol and ethylene glycol monooctadecyl ether.J. Phys. Chem. B,2013,117(13), 3603-3612.