Propyl alcohol (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

2-propanol; alcoholpropylicus, primary propyl alcohol; CAS number: 71-23-8; n-propanol; propan-1-ol

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Propyl alcohol, a colourless, toxic liquid with the linear formula H3C-CH(OH)-CH2OH, is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an anti-foaming agent (suppresses foam formation during the production of cosmetic products) and as a solvent (dissolves other substances).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer