Methyl stearate (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 112-61-8; methyl ester; Methyl n-octadecanoates; methyl octadecanoates; n-octadecanoic acid; Octadecanoic acid methyl ester

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Methyl stearate, an ester compound of methanol and stearic acid having the molecular formula: C19H38O2 and the linear formula: CH3(CH2)16CO2CH3, is used in cosmetic formulations. The fatty acid ester acts as a skin care agent and emollient (makes the skin supple and smooth).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer