Compound Q&A
What is 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate (CAS: 123-94-4)?
Answer
2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate is a glyceride derived from stearic acid and 2,3-dihydroxypropyl alcohol. It is a white to pale yellow solid with a high melting point, commonly used in various applications due to its emollient and surfactant properties. The compound has the chemical formula C22H44O4 and is often found in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
About
CAS No
123-94-4
English Name
2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate
Molecular Formula
C21H42O4
Molecular Weight
358.56 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(CO)O
InChIKey
VBICKXHEKHSIBG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
