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Oleyl alcohol, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Oleyl alcohol is used in softening and lubrication of textile fabrics, in the production of carbon paper, stencil paper, and printing ink. It finds application in cosmetic products viz skin creams, lotions as a thickner, and in hair conditioners and hair coating shampoos. It is utilized as an antifoaming agent and cutting lubricant, as the precursor for the preparation of its sulfuric ester derivatives, which are used in detergents and wetting agents. It plays a vital role in various formulations for drug delivery.
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.
Oleyl alcohol is used in softening and lubrication of textile fabrics, in the production of carbon paper, stencil paper, and printing ink. It finds application in cosmetic products viz skin creams, lotions as a thickner, and in hair conditioners and hair coating shampoos. It is utilized as an antifoaming agent and cutting lubricant, as the precursor for the preparation of its sulfuric ester derivatives, which are used in detergents and wetting agents. It plays a vital role in various formulations for drug delivery.
Solubility
Miscible with alcohol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with oxidizing agents and strong acids.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | ∼6°C |
| Density | 0.849 |
| Boiling Point | 206°C to 207°C (13 mmHg) |
| Flash Point | 180°C (356°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.46 |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| Beilstein | 1723962 |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with alcohol and ether. Slightly miscible with carbon tetrachloride. Immiscible with water. |
| Formula Weight | 268.48 |
| Percent Purity | ≥99% |
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Safety and Handling
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
RUO – Research Use Only