Stearyl alcohol is a nonionic surfactant used as a hair coating in shampoos and conditioners. Stearyl alcohol is used as an emollient (skin softener), emulsifier, and thickener in creams and lotions.
- CAS No. : 112-92-5
- Appearance : Solid
- Molecular Weight : 270.48 g/mole
- Specific Gravity : 0.8124 @ 59 deg. C (Water = 1)
- Taste : Bland
- Color : white
- Odor : Faint
- pH : Not applicable
