Squalane - UPI Chem

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Function

While squalane can be found in small quantities in sebaceous secretions (sebum), it is squalene that is most commonly found in nature, most notably in the livers of sharks and is used an emollient in cosmetic products.

Synonyms

Squalane; Unitol SQ; Dermane; Dodecahydrosqualene; 2,6,10,15,19,23-hexamethyl-tetracosan

Storage

Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool,dry araea. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Packages

250 ml. Glass Bottle
6 lb. HDPE NM Jug
33 lb. Blue TH Pail
330 lb. Steel Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Cosmetics

Product Class

Emollient & ester
moisturizer

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 218 øC (424 øF)
Melting Point: -38 øC (-36 øF)
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 422.81 g/mol