Lauryl alcohol

Lauryl alcohol (CAS 112-53-8 ), also sold as 1-dodecanol or n-dodecyl alcohol, is a fatty alcohol derived from natural or synthetic sources used across personal care, food, and industrial formulations. It functions primarily as an emulsifier, emollient, and surfactant intermediate, giving formulators a mid-chain fatty alcohol with broad compatibility across oil and water systems. In personal care, it serves as a base material for ethoxylated surfactants and is incorporated directly into creams, lotions, and hair conditioners to improve texture and moisture retention. Flavor manufacturers reference it under FEMA 2617 as a fatty note contributor in food-grade flavor systems. In coatings and adhesive formulations, it acts as a wetting agent. It serves as a surface modifier to improve substrate adhesion and film uniformity. Industrial producers also use it as a chemical intermediate for the synthesis of lauryl sulfate surfactants. Lauryl alcohol is supplied as a white waxy solid or low-melting flake at ambient temperature, typically transitioning to a clear liquid above its melting point for easier handling. Standard commercial grades include technical, cosmetic, and food-grade specifications, with purity levels commonly at 98% or higher to meet strict industrial requirements. Buyers sourcing for food or flavor applications should confirm compliance with relevant regional food additive standards and FCC quality benchmarks for safety and performance. Contact us for supply of Lauryl alcohol Request Quote

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