Octyldecanol (inci)

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

2-octyldodecan-1-ol; 2-octyldodecanol; CAS number: 5333-42-6; Octyldodecanolum

Definition
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Octyldecanol is a synthetic alcohol with the chemical name 2-octyldodecan-1-ol and the molecular formula: C20H42O. Octyldecanol is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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