BEHENIC ACID 85% NAT'L VEG K

Appearance

White flakes

Function

Behenic Acid is often used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties. It is also used in lubricating oils, and as a solvent evaporation retarder in paint removers. Its amide is used as an anti-foaming agent in detergents, floor polishes and dripless candles. Reduction of behenic acid yields behenyl alcohol.

Synonyms

Bhenic Acid 85% Nat’l Veg K; Docosanoic Acid; Behenic acid

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals.

Packages

250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
400 Gram Bottle
1 kg. HDPE WM Bottle
25 kg. Bag
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Cosmetics
industrial

Product Classes

Fatty acids
fatty alcohols

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 70 RV 2.15
Kosher Status: Kosher
Flash Point: 306øC
Melting Point: 72-80 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: N/A