35230-14-9

Basic information

• Product Name: octadecyl lactate
• Synonyms: octadecyl lactate;stearyl lactate;2-Hydroxypropionic acid octadecyl ester
• CAS NO: 35230-14-9
• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₄₂O₃
• Molecular Weight: 342.55638
• EINECS: 252-447-8
• Mol File: 35230-14-9.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 378.6 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 173.5 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.909 g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 2.75E-07mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.457
• PKA: 13.05±0.20(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: octadecyl lactate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: octadecyl lactate(35230-14-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: octadecyl lactate(35230-14-9)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 35230-14-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Octadecyl lactate is a chemical compound consisting of an 18-carbon chain (octadecyl) attached to a lactate molecule. It is often used as an emollient and conditioning agent in cosmetic and personal care products such as lotions, creams, and hair care products. Octadecyl lactate helps to moisturize and soften the skin, and also has lubricating properties that can help to smooth and protect the hair. It is considered to be a safe and effective ingredient for use in skincare and haircare formulations, and is generally well-tolerated by most individuals. Additionally, it has been found to have low toxicity and little to no irritation potential, making it suitable for use in a wide range of cosmetic products.

InChI:InChI=1/C21H42O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-24-21(23)20(2)22/h20,22H,3-19H2,1-2H3

Upstream product

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Relevant articles and documents

Synthesis and Evaluation of Surface and Biological Properties of Some Lactic Acid-Based Anionic Surfactants

In the present study, 11 lactic acid-based anionic surfactants were synthesized and evaluated for their surface and biological activities. The synthesis involved the esterification of lactic acid with a range of fatty alcohols differing in chain length as well as in branching and unsaturation. The resultant ester was sulfonated by treatment with chlorosulfonic acid followed by salt formation with aqueous NaOH solution. The surface properties of all the synthesized surfactants were determined using surface tensiometry. Synthesized surfactants showed low critical micelle concentration (CMC) values and a decreasing trend with an increase in the alkyl chain length. Alkyl branching also led to a mild change in CMC values when compared with linear counterparts having the same number of carbon atoms, though such decreases or increases were observed to be dependent on the position and number of the branching. Some of the synthesized surfactants exhibited good antimicrobial and anti-cancer activities against the tested microbial strains and cell lines.