LAURYL ALCOHOL
Product information
CAS No.
112-53-8
EC No.
204-298-9
Summary formula
C₁₂H₂₆O
ADR
Yes
Physical form
Colorless liquid with a characteristic sweet odor, flammable.
Application
- In the cosmetics industry, it is used as an emollient, moisturizes and smooths the skin, and acts as an emulsifier in shampoos and lotions.
- In the chemical industry, it is used to produce surfactants, such as sodium dodecyl sulfate, used in detergents.
- In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used in ointments and creams to improve their application and stability.