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DOCOSANOATE

Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil, extracted from the seeds of the moringa tree.
Docosanoate is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and/or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 1 000 to < 10 000 tonnes per annum.
In appearance, Docosanoate consists of white to cream color crystals or powder with a melting point of 80°C and boiling point of 306°C.

CAS Number: 112-85-6
EC Number: 204-010-8
Molecular Formula: C22H44O2
Molecular Mass: 340.334130642

Synonyms: 112-85-6, 1-Docosanoic acid, N-DOCOSANOIC ACID, Hydrofol Acid 560, Docosoic acid, Hydrofol 2022-55, Glycon B-70, UNII-H390488X0A, CHEBI:28941, MFCD00002807, H390488X0A, C22:0, HSDB 5578, EINECS 204-010-8, NSC 32364, Behensaeure, Docosansaeure, Dokosansaeure, Docosanic acid, n-Docosanoate, AI3-52709, 1-Docosanoate, docosanoyl alcohol, Hystrene 5522, Hystrene 9022, Glycon B 70, Prifrac 2989, Prifac 2987, Edenor C 22-85R, EC 204-010-8, SCHEMBL6579, EXL 5, CH3-[CH2]20-COOH, CHEMBL1173474, DTXSID3026930, AGP-103, NSC32364, ZINC6920378, BBL025601, BDBM50488776, LMFA01010022, NSC-32364, s5381, STL146320, AKOS005720830, CCG-267927, CS-W013765, HY-W013049, MCULE-1752034684, AS-54401, B 95, M008, D0963, FT-0745232, C08281, P50011, A854667, Q422590, W-108636

Docosanoate is a carboxylic acid, the saturated fatty acid with formula C21H43COOH.
In appearance, Docosanoate consists of white solid although impure samples appear yellowish.

At 9%, Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil (or behen oil), which is extracted from the seeds of the drumstick tree (Moringa oleifera).
Docosanoate is so named from the Persian month Bahman, when the roots of this tree were harvested.

Docosanoate is also present in some other oils and oil-bearing plants, including rapeseed (canola) and peanut oil and skins.
Docosanoate is estimated that one ton of peanut skins contains 13 pounds (5.9 kg) of Docosanoate.

Docosanoate was also used in fabrication of metallic Langmuir-Blodgett (LB) films.
Docosanoate is a normal carboxylic acid, a fatty acid with formula C21H43COOH.

Docosanoate is an important constituent of the behen oil extracted from the seeds of the Ben-oil tree.
Docosanoate, also known as Behenic acid, is a long-chain fatty acid that has a 22-carbon backbone and the molecular formula C22H44O2.

Docosanoate is a straight-chain, C22, long-chain saturated fatty acid.
Docosanoate has a role as a plant metabolite.
Docosanoate is a straight-chain saturated fatty acid and a long-chain fatty acid.

Docosanoate is a conjugate acid of a behenate.
Docosanoate is a saturated very long-chain fatty acid with a 22-carbon backbone.

Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil, extracted from the seeds of the moringa tree.
Docosanoate is a natural product found in Hypericum olympicum, Pinus pumila, and other organisms with data available.

Docosanoate is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 1 000 to < 10 000 tonnes per annum.
Docosanoate is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.

Docosanoate, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as very long-chain fatty acids.
These are fatty acids with an aliphatic tail that contains at least 22 carbon atoms.

Docosanoate is a very hydrophobic molecule, practically insoluble in water, and relatively neutral.
In appearance, Docosanoate consists of white to cream color crystals or powder with a melting point of 80°C and boiling point of 306°C.

Docosanoate is a major component of Ben oil (or behen oil), which is extracted from the seeds of the Ben-oil tree (Moringa oleifera).
Docosanoate is also found in canola oil and peanut oil.

As a dietary oil, Docosanoate is poorly absorbed.
In spite of Docosanoate's low bioavailability compared with oleic acid, Docosanoate is a cholesterol-raising (LDL) saturated fatty acid in humans and is therefore not a suitable substitute for palmitic acid in manufactured triacylglycerols.

Use and Benefits of Docosanoate:
Docosanoate is a fatty acid in nature, so it is used to form a water repellent layer over the surface of skin or hair.
In any formula, Docosanoate is used as a thickening agent or viscosity adjusting agent.

Docosanoate is a good surfactant since it has a long chain as well as the hydrogen atom of acid to use against any other ions.
Docosanoate is also used as an opacifier to the improved appearance of any product.

Docosanoate is an ingredient, that is used in product ranging from shampoo, conditioner, eyeliner, moisturizer, deodorant, and styling gel.
Docosanoate is amide is used as an anti-foaming agent in detergents, floor polishes and dripless candles.

Reduction of Docosanoate yields behenyl alcohol.
Pracaxi oil (from the seeds of Pentaclethra macroloba) is a natural product with one of the highest concentrations of Docosanoate, and is used in hair conditioners.

Docosanoate is poorly absorbed. In spite of its low bioavailability compared with oleic acid, Docosanoate is a cholesterol-raising fatty acid in humans.
Docosanoate is a vegetable based, non-animal derived fatty acid used in various cosmetic products.

Docosanoate typically functions as a conditioning agent, thickening agent, surfactant, or opacifier.
Docosanoate can be used in hair shampoos and conditioners, deodorants, facial cleansers and moisturizers, styling gels, and eye liner.

Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil, extracted from the seeds of the moringa tree.
Docosanoate is also found in canola oil and peanut oil.
Docosanoate is a very hydrophobic molecule, practically insoluble in water, and relatively neutral.

Docosanoate is a fatty acid.
Docosanoate is often used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties.

Docosanoate is also used in lubricating oils, and as a solvent evaporation retarder in paint removers.
Docosanoates amide is used as an anti-foaming agent in detergents, floor polishes and dripless candles.

Reduction of Docosanoate yields Docosanoate.
Docosanoate is a long-chain fatty acid,it has the following purposes: Waxes, textiles, pharmaceuticals, emulsifiers, and personal care products, lubricants, esters, chemical synthesis, and specialties.

Docosanoate is used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties.
Docosanoate is also used to investigate the phase behavior of long-chain acids in supercritical propane.

Docosanoate is a carboxylic acid, the saturated fatty acid with formula C21H43COOH.

Docosanoate is often used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties.
Docosanoate occurs in small quantities, as ester of glycerol, only in some fats and oils.

Docosanoate is not found in fresh red and white meat.
Docosanoate is absent in processed and preserved meats, except some kinds of ham, where it is found in very small quantities, such as in San Daniele ham, 0.01 g/100 g of edible portion, or in trace, such as in Parma ham.

Docosanoate is absent in milk and dairy products, including butter.
Docosanoate is present in very small amounts only in belly of tuna in brine, 0.01 g/100 g of edible portion.

Docosanoate is not found in cereals and cereal products.
Docosanoate is absent in fruit, even in dried oily ones.

Docosanoate is not found in fresh and dried legumes, but Docosanoate is present in small amounts in soy meal, 0.02 g/100g of edible portion.
Docosanoate is a saturated fatty acid that is derived from the oil extracts of plants and used as a component of conditioning agents.

Docosanoate is also a part of a novel complex of lipophilic ingredients developed for the treatment of dry skin.
Docosanoate was used to investigate the phase behavior of long-chain acids in supercritical propane.

Docosanoate is a long-chain alcohol that acts as an inhibitor of fatty acid oxidation in the heart.
Docosanoate originates in rapeseed plants, and is the major fatty acid constituent of rapeseed plant oil extracts and canola oil.

Docosanoate is a large fatty straight-chain alcohol.
In cosmetic and skin care formulations, Docosanoate is used as an opacifying ingredient, thickener, and emulsifier.

As an opacifying agent, Docosanoate is used to reduce the clear or transparent appearance of cosmetic products.
Docosanoates thickening property allows products to achieve a more desirable, spreadable texture.

Docosanoate also works as an emulsifier to prevent the oil and water phases of a product from separating.
This works to improve the consistency of a product, which enables an even distribution of topical skincare benefits.

Commercially, Docosanoate is often used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties.
Docosanoate is also used in lubricating oils, and as a solvent evaporation retarder in paint removers.

Docosanoates amide is used as an anti-foaming agent in detergents, floor polishes and dripless candles.
Reduction of Docosanoate yields Docosanoate.

Docosanoate is a natural product with one of the highest concentrations of Docosanoate, and is used in hair conditioners.
Docosanoate creates a protective barrier and helps return moisture to the skin.

Docosanoate makes it an effective ingredient in skin care products that aim to soothe
Lotions, moisturizers and hydrating cleansers may all contain Docosanoate.

The hydrating nature of Docosanoate makes Docosanoate a popular ingredient in hair care products.
Docosanoate gives smoothing properties to hair conditioners, color protectors, detanglers, revitalizing shampoos and other hair care products aimed at hydration and damage repair.
Docosanoate provides effective lubricating oils, cleaning agents and anti-foaming agents in industrial processes.

Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil, which comes from the seeds of the moringa tree.
Other plants also contain this naturally occurring compound at lower concentrations.

The Docosanoate production process involves extracting and distilling the plant oils.
Like other fatty acids, Docosanoate has excellent lubricating and emulsifying properties.

As a dietary oil, Docosanoate is poorly absorbed.
In spite of Docosanoate's low bioavailability compared with oleic acid, Docosanoate is a cholesterol-raising saturated fatty acid in humans.

Docosanoate, also known as Behenic acid, is a carboxyl group-containing, saturated fatty acid.
Ben oil, extract obtained from the Moringa tree seeds, has Docosanoate as a major constituent.

Docosanoate is a saturated fatty acid that is derived from the oil extracts of plants and used as a component of conditioning agents.
Docosanoate is also a part of a novel complex of lipophilic ingredients developed for the treatment of dry skin.

The properties of Docosanoate were studied in comparison to others fatty acids and it was found that Docosanoate does not inhibit the UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) 1A1 enzyme.
The high levels of Docosanoate in patients with low-grade glial tumors is an important indicator of the persistence of tissue integrity and tissue resistance.
Therefore, Docosanoate levels can be a prognostic factor in glial tumors.

Docosanoate (22:0) is poorly absorbed.
Because of its low bioavailability compared with other fatty acids and because of its very long chain length, the effect of Docosanoate (behenate) on serum lipid concentrations in humans is assumed to be neutral.

The objective was to establish the cholesterol-raising potential of Docosanoate by comparing the effects on lipid and lipoprotein concentrations of a specially formulated fat enriched with Docosanoate with those of palm oil (rich in palmitic acid; 16:0) and high-oleic acid sunflower oil (rich in cis oleic acid; 18:1).
In a randomized, crossover, metabolic-ward study, 7 mildly hypercholesterolemic men were fed 3 natural-food diets supplemented with behenate oil, palm oil, or high-oleic acid sunflower oil.

Docosanoate is often used to give hair conditioners and moisturizers their smoothing properties.
Docosanoate is also used in lubricating oils, and as a solvent evaporation retarder in paint removers.
Docosanoate amide is used as an anti-foaming agent in detergents, floor polishes and dripless candles.

A fatty acid is a long chain of hydrocarbon.
If there are no unsaturated linkages but only single bonds between carbon atoms them the fatty acid is a saturated type. This is in contrast to an unsaturated fatty acid that contains at least one double carbon-carbon bond. Docosanoate is a saturated type of fatty acid.
Docosanoate occurs in large amounts in jamba, mustard seed, rapeseed oils, and cerebrosides.

As a dietary oil, the Docosanoate is found to increase cholesterol in humans.
Industrially, Docosanoate is used mainly in the production of cosmetics, waxes, and plasticizers.

Docosanoate is used in hair conditioners and attributes for the softening of hair.
The seeds of Pentaclethra macroloba are used to extract pracaxi oil, which is a natural oil containing high amounts of behemic acid, and is used in making hair conditioners.

Docosanoate produces elegant emulsions and gives the skin a soft, velvety feel.
Docosanoate is a white, waxy pellets and functions as a thickener, binding agent, solubilizer and gellant.

Our Docosanoate is produced from Vegetable sources from Non-GMO plants.
Docosanoate can be used in color cosmetics, sunscreens, skin and hair care.

Docosanoate can also be used in anhydrous formulations such as scrubs and butters.
Docosanoate, also known as docasanol, is a saturated fatty alcohol that is traditionally used as an emulsifier, emollient, and as a thickener in nutritional supplements and cosmetics.

Docosanoate is also used to thicken or neutralize formulations.
In recent times, Docosanoate has been approved as an antiviral agent by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Docosanoate is effective in reducing cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus.
Docosanoate with the purity level of approximately 70% is used widely.

Docosanoate with the purity level of more than 80% is seldom used.
Docosanoate accounts for a minimal share of the total market for fatty alcohols.

Docosanoate is a saturated fatty acid that is derived from the seeds of the indigenous Amazon tree species, Pentaclethra macroloba.
As a fatty acid, Docosanoate is important to help provide a protective barrier against the environment in order to maintain good skin quality.

In skincare, Docosanoate has lubricant, emollient, and soothing properties, which help to restore the skin’s natural oils and improve overall levels of hydration.
Furthermore, this sebaceous fatty acid is favorably soluble against the skin’s surface, making it a desirable ingredient to infuse into skincare formulas. 1 2 3

In skincare, Docosanoate is most commonly used to provide soothing relief for dry and sensitive skin.
The sebaceous fatty acids play a role in maintaining the integrity of the skin barrier, thereby improving moisture-retention and enhancing skin-hydration.

Docosanoate is a vegetable based, non-animal derived fatty acid used in various cosmetic products.
Docosanoate typically functions as a conditioning agent, thickening agent, surfactant, or opacifier.

Docosanoate can be used in hair shampoos and conditioners, deodorants, facial cleansers and moisturizers, styling gels, and eye liner.
Versatile applications of Docosanoate is obtained thanks to a wide range of functional categories such as lubricants, rheology modifiers, tensides, emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, emollients, bodying agents.

Docosanoate is a saturated fatty alcohol containing 22 carbon atoms, used traditionally as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener in cosmetics, and nutritional supplement (as an individual entity and also as a constituent of policosanol).
Docosanoate is a natural fatty alcohol in the form of a white, waxy solid.

Docosanoate is an emulsifier that also keeps the oil and liquid parts of a solution from separating.
Other functions of Docosanoate include altering the thickness of a liquid, increasing foaming capacity, and stabilizing foams.

When Docosanoate is applied to the skin, it gives a smooth feel and helps prevent moisture loss.
Many products incorporate Docosanoate because of its unique sensory properties and non-greasy feel after application.

Docosanoate is mainly used in face/body lotions and creams, but can also be found in deodorant, lipstick and foundation.
Docosanoate is a saturated fatty alcohol of vegetable origin, used to regulate viscosity in formulations.

Docosanoate acts as a thickener and stabilizer and can be used as a co-emulsifier.
Docosanoate can be used in water-in-oil emulsions, oil-in-water emulsions and anhydrous formulations such as ointments, body butters and peelings.

Docosanoate, also known as Behenic acid, is a long-chain fatty acid that has a 22-carbon backbone and the molecular formula C22H44O2.
Docosanoate is a major component of ben oil, which comes from the seeds of the moringa tree.

Other plants also contain this naturally occurring compound at lower concentrations.
Docosanoate production process involves extracting and distilling the plant oils.

Like other fatty acids, Docosanoate has excellent lubricating and emulsifying properties.
Manufacturers across industries use this lipophilic compound as an opacifying agent, emulsifying agent, lubricating and conditioning agent and surfactant.
The versatility of Docosanoate makes it ideal for both consumer and industrial applications.

Consumer Uses:
Docosanoate is used in the following products: adhesives and sealants, perfumes and fragrances, cosmetics and personal care products, air care products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), plant protection products, pharmaceuticals, polishes and waxes and washing & cleaning products.
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.

Widespread uses by professional workers:
Docosanoate is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, polishes and waxes, pH regulators and water treatment products, cosmetics and personal care products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), laboratory chemicals, plant protection products and perfumes and fragrances.
Docosanoate is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fishing, formulation of mixtures and/or re-packaging and municipal supply (e.g. electricity, steam, gas, water) and sewage treatment.

Docosanoate is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, food products, textile, leather or fur and machinery and vehicles.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites.
Other release to the environment of Docosanoate is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.

Uses at industrial sites:
Docosanoate is used in the following products: leather treatment products, washing & cleaning products, polymers, textile treatment products and dyes, pH regulators and water treatment products and lubricants and greases.

Docosanoate is used in the following areas: formulation of mixtures and/or re-packaging, agriculture, forestry and fishing and municipal supply (e.g. electricity, steam, gas, water) and sewage treatment.
Docosanoate is used for the manufacture of: chemicals, food products, textile, leather or fur and machinery and vehicles.

Release to the environment of Docosanoate can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, in the production of articles and as processing aid.
Other release to the environment of Docosanoate is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners).

Skin care:
Docosanoate creates a protective barrier and helps return moisture to the skin.
This makes Docosanoate an effective ingredient in skin care products that aim to soothe dry and irritated skin.
Lotions, moisturizers and hydrating cleansers may all contain Docosanoate.

Hair care:
The hydrating nature of Docosanoate makes it a popular ingredient in hair care products. Docosanoate gives smoothing properties to hair conditioners, color protectors, detanglers, revitalizing shampoos and other hair care products aimed at hydration and damage repair.

Industrial products:
Docosanoate provides effective lubricating oils, cleaning agents and anti-foaming agents in industrial processes.

Functions of Docosanoate:
opacifying agent
surfactant
cleansing agentsurfactant
cleansing agent is included as a function for the soap form of Docosanoate
cleansing
emulsifying
opacifying and surfactant

Storage of Docosanoate:
Store Docosanoate in cool place.
Keep Docosanoate container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Docosanoate is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents and bases.
Store Docosanoate at room temperature.

Identifiers of Docosanoate:
Chemical Formula: C21H43COOH
Synonyms: Behenic acid
CAS Registry Number: 112-85-6
European Community (EC) Number: 204-007-1
Appearance: White solid (impure samples may appear yellowish)

Properties of Docosanoate:
Density: 0.8221 g/cm3
Appearance: White solid
Melting point: 80.0 °C
Boiling point: 306 °C

XLogP3: 9.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 20
Exact Mass 340.334130642
Monoisotopic Mass 340.334130642
Topological Polar Surface Area: 37.3 Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 24
Complexity: 250
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes

Specifications of Docosanoate:
Chemical Formula: C21H43COOH
Appearance: White solid, with impure samples appearing yellowish.
Melting Point: Approximately 80°C.
Boiling Point: Approximately 306°C.
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water, very hydrophobic.
Bioavailability: Poorly absorbed as a dietary oil.