Formula |
CAS |
C18H38O |
112-92-5 |
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
Background
Stearyl alcohol is a lubricant and antifoam agent. It is used as a substitute
for cetylalcohol.
Synonyms
Stearyl alcohol
1-Octadecanol
Stenol
Uses
Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical creams and lotions
Textile oils and finishes
Cross-Reactions
Unusual Reactions
Contact urticaria
References
1.
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Fisher,
A.A., Letter: Contact dermatitis from stearyl alcohol and
propylene glycol. Archives of Dermatology, 1974. 110(4): p.
636.
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2.
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Shore, R.N. and
W.B. Shelley, Contact dermatitis from stearyl
alcohol and propylene glycol in fluocinonide cream. Archives of Dermatology,
1974. 109(3): p. 397-9.
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3.
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Tosti, A., et al.,
Prevalence and sources of sensitization to
emulsifiers: a clinical study. Contact Dermatitis, 1990. 23(2):
p. 68-72.
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4.
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Berker, D., et al., Contact sensitivity to the stearyl alcohol
in Efudix cream (5-fluorouracil). Contact Dermatitis, 1992. 26(2):
p. 138.
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