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| CAS No.: | 67762-27-0 |
| Formula: | C18h38o.C16h34o |
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Cetostearyl alcohol, also known as cetearyl alcohol, is a fatty alcohol that is commonly used in various cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
It is a mixture of two alcohols, cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol, which are derived from natural fats and oils.
CAS NO.:8005-44-5 or 67762-27-0
Chemical Structure: It consists of long-chain fatty alcohols, typically C16 (cetyl alcohol) and C18 (stearyl alcohol).
Appearance: It is usually a white, waxy solid that can be easily melted.
Solubility: It is insoluble in water but soluble in oils and other organic solvents.
| Tablet Binder and Coating Agent | SLS is used in the coating of tablets to improve their appearance, make them easier to swallow, and enhance the stability of the active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). |
| Oral Solutions and Suspensions | In oral liquid formulations, SLS helps maintain the stability of suspensions by preventing the aggregation of particles, ensuring a consistent dose with each administration. |
| Topical and Ophthalmic Drops | In eye drops and topical solutions, SLS acts as a wetting agent, improving the spreadability of the solution on mucosal surfaces and ensuring effective delivery of the drug. |
| Oral Solutions and Suspensions | In oral liquid formulations, SLS helps maintain the stability of suspensions by preventing the aggregation of particles, ensuring a consistent dose with each administration. |
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