Chemical Name: 18-methyleicosanoic acid
CAS No.: 36332-93-1
Molecular Formula: C21H42O2
Molecular weight: 326.56
Appearance: white powder
Assay: ≥98.0%
18-Methyleicosanoic acid CAS 36332-93-1
Description
18-methyleicosanoic acid Quick Details
Chemical Name: 18-methyleicosanoic acid
CAS No.: 36332-93-1
Molecular Formula: C21H42O2
Molecular weight: 326.56
Appearance: white powder
Assay: ≥98.0%
18-methyleicosanoic acid Typical Properties
| ITEMS | SPECIFICATION |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Boiling point | 443.2±13.0 °C(Predicted) |
18-methyleicosanoic acid application:
Hair Care Products: 18-MEA is the most abundant natural lipid component on the surface of human hair. It imparts hydrophobicity, shine, and anti-static properties to hair.
- Used in high-end shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to repair damaged cuticles.
- Replenishes natural lipids lost due to chemical dyeing, perming, and UV exposure, restoring smoothness and manageability to hair.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: Used as a moisturizer in high-end skin barrier repair products, mimicking the natural sebum composition of the skin’s surface.
Biochemical Research: Used in research on mammalian hair structure, lipid membrane dynamics, and the development of biomimetic materials.
18-methyleicosanoic acid Packaging and Shipping
25kg fiber drums or customized according to customer needs.
18-methyleicosanoic acid Storage
The warehouse is ventilated and dried at low temperature; stored separately from acids, oxidants and food additives.