Behenic Acid 85%
Carbon Chain Distribution by GC (%) | C18 & Below | C20 | C22 | C22 1= | C24 & Above |
5.0 Max | 12.0 Max | 85.0 Min | 1.0 Max | 5.0 Max | |
Appearance | White free-flowing flakes | ||||
Odour | Characteristic | ||||
Colour 5.25” Lovibond Cell – Red | 1.0 Max | ||||
Colour 5.25” Lovibond Cell – Yellow | 3.0 Max | ||||
Titre (°C) | 74.0 Min | ||||
Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 161.00 – 169.00 | ||||
Iodine Value (g I2/100gms) | 1.0 Max | ||||
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g) | 162.00 – 170.00 |
Description
Behenic acid 85% is a chemical that’s used in many products, including:
Hair conditioners and moisturizers
Lubricating oils
Paint removers
Detergents, floor polishes, and dripless candles
Fabric care and industrial surfactants
Investigating the phase behavior of long-chain
Behenic acid 85% is made of white, free-flowing flakes with a characteristic odor. It has a melting point of 80.0 °C (176.0 °F; 353.1 K) and a boiling point of 306 °C (583 °F; 579 K).
You should avoid ignition sources, direct sunlight, and extremely high or low temperatures when using behenic acid 85%. It’s also incompatible with strong oxidizers.
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