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| Catalog Number | CI-SC-0209 |
| Product Name | Glycol Distearate |
| CAS | 627-83-8 / 91031-31-1 |
| Structure |  |
| Description | Glycol distearate is the diester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid. HLB value 5-6 (gives water-in-oil emulsions). Melting Point: 60-63°C (140-145°F). |
| IUPAC Name | 2-Octadecanoyloxyethyl octadecanoate |
| Molecular Weight | 594.99 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula | C38H74O4 |
| Canonical SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCOC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC |
| InChI | FPVVYTCTZKCSOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI Key | InChI=1S/C38H74O4/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25-27-29-31-33-37(39)41-35-36-42-38(40)34-32-30-28-26-24-22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-36H2,1-2H3 |
| Boiling Point | 568 °C |
| Melting Point | 79 °C |
| Density | 0.858 g/mL |
| Solubility | Water-insoluble, dispersible in water & oil |
| Appearance | Off-white flakes, faint odor |
| Application | Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, conditioners, hair rinses, body washes, liquid soaps, hair pastes, liquid soap. |
| Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Composition | Glycol distearate |
| Features And Benefits | Has good opacifying and pearlizing properties without thickeningIt imparts a distinctive high luster pearlEffective emulsifier for creams and lotions but also shampoos and liquid soapsProvides a pearlizing effect with minimal foam depression |
| GMO | GMONo data available |
| HS Code | 3402130000 |
| INCI | Glycol distearate |
| Manufacture | Glycol distearate is produced via the esterification of stearic acid or its esters with ethylene glycol. |
| Preservation | Preservative-free |
| Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
| Raw Material Source | Vegetable oils |
| Uses | Add to hot oil phase. Typical use level 2-4%. For external use only. |
What is the chemical formula of Ethylene Glycol Distearate?
The chemical formula of Ethylene Glycol Distearate is C38H74O4.
What are some synonyms for Ethylene Glycol Distearate?
Some synonyms for Ethylene Glycol Distearate are Alkamuls EGDS, EGDS, Elfan L 310, Emerest 2355, and Ethylene stearate.
What is the melting point of Ethylene Glycol Distearate?
The melting point of Ethylene Glycol Distearate is 79°C.
In what types of products is Ethylene Glycol Distearate commonly used?
Ethylene Glycol Distearate is commonly used in cosmetic formulations and household product formulations.
How is Ethylene Glycol Distearate used in the making of face wash and shampoo?
Ethylene Glycol Distearate is used as an opacifier, pearlescing agent, and viscosity modifier in the making of face wash and shampoo.
Is Ethylene Glycol Distearate flammable?
No, Ethylene Glycol Distearate is non-flammable.
What is the solubility of Ethylene Glycol Distearate in water?
Ethylene Glycol Distearate is almost insoluble in water, but soluble in alcohol, acetone, and ethyl ether.
How can Ethylene Glycol Distearate be purified?
Ethylene Glycol Distearate can be crystallized from benzene/MeOH, diethyl ether/MeOH, or Me2CO and dried in a vacuum desiccator.
What is the LogP value of Ethylene Glycol Distearate?
The LogP value of Ethylene Glycol Distearate is 16.525 (estimated).
What is the molecular weight of Ethylene Glycol Distearate?
The molecular weight of Ethylene Glycol Distearate is 594.99.
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