1-octadecanol

1-Octadecanol

1-Octadecanol is a long-chain fatty alcohol used as a lubricant, viscosity modifier, emulsifier, and functional ingredient in industrial formulations.

CAS No.
112-92-5
Active Content
≥96%
Origin
China
MOQ
1,000 kg
Packing
25 kg / bag
Lead Time
15-20 days
ItemStandards
Appearance (20°C)White solid
Hazen30 max.
Acidity0.1mg KOH/g max.
Saponification value0.5mg KOH/g max
Iodine value0.5g I2/100g max.
Hydroxy value200-220 mg KOH/g max.
% of hydrocarbon1.5 max.
% of active96 min.

Product description:

1-Octadecanol (Stearyl Alcohol) is a long-chain fatty alcohol supplied as a white solid at room temperature. It provides useful lubricating, emulsifying, and viscosity-modifying properties for a variety of industrial formulations.

With an active content of ≥96%, 1-Octadecanol is used in petroleum processing, personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other specialty chemical applications where controlled viscosity and interfacial performance are required.

Product Applications:

  • Oil Drilling & Petroleum

Used as a lubricant and functional additive in drilling fluid systems to help reduce friction and support fluid handling performance.

  • Viscosity Modification

Functions as a viscosity modifier in industrial formulations, helping control consistency and flow characteristics.

  • Emulsification

Used as an emulsifier or co-emulsifier in oil-water systems to support formulation stability and uniformity.

  • Personal Care & Specialty Formulations

Suitable for cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical formulations where fatty alcohol functionality is required.

Why choose our 1-Octadecanol ?

High Active Content

An active content of ≥96% supports consistent use across petroleum, emulsification, and specialty formulation applications.

Controlled Key Specifications

Controlled acidity, iodine value, hydrocarbon content, and hydroxyl value help support consistent product quality and downstream processing.

Reliable Industrial Supply

ZXCHEM supports commercial and repeat purchasing for international industrial customers across petroleum, personal care, and specialty chemical markets.

Export & Documentation Support

TDS, SDS, COA, specification documents, quotation assistance, and international shipment support are available for B2B customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Samples can be arranged for product evaluation and formulation testing. Please provide your destination and intended application when submitting a request.

What should I check when selecting 1-Octadecanol for formulation use?

Yes. 1-Octadecanol can be incorporated into formulation systems together with other surfactants, emulsifiers, or functional additives. Compatibility should be evaluated in the final formulation.

Because 1-Octadecanol is a solid at room temperature, processing conditions may require controlled heating depending on the formulation and production method. The applicable processing procedure should be determined according to the final system. The current specification identifies the product as a white solid at 20°C.