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1-Eicosanol

Also known as Icosan-1-ol, Arachidyl alcohol, Arachidic alcohol

CAS 629-96-9Formula C20H42OMolar mass 298.56 g/molEC 211-119-4
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 25 suppliers listed
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1-Eicosanol chemical structure, C20H42O, CAS 629-96-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
White, wax-like solid
Melting point
66.1 °C
Boiling point
309 °C
Density
0.8405 at 20 °C/4 °C
Solubility
Very soluble in acetone, soluble in petroleum ether, slightly soluble in ethanol, chloro…
HS code
290519
Category
Emollients
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What is 1-Eicosanol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Icosan-1-ol is a long-chain primary fatty alcohol that is icosane in which one of the terminal methyl hydrogens is replaced by a hydroxy group. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is an icosanol and a long-chain primary fatty alcohol.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
icosan-1-ol
CAS number
629-96-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 28679-05-2
EC number
211-119-4
Molecular formula
C20H42O
UNII
1QR1QRA9BU
MDL number
MFCD00002938
INCI name
ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL
InChIKey
BTFJIXJJCSYFAL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H42O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21/h21H,2-20H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCO

Synonyms

  • Icosan-1-ol
  • Arachidyl alcohol
  • Arachidic alcohol
  • Arachic alcohol
  • Eicosyl alcohol
  • N-Eicosanol
  • 1-Icosanol
  • N-1-Eicosanol
  • Pri-N-eicosyl alcohol
  • Arachidyl alcohol (usp-rs)
  • nEicosanol
  • arachyl alcohol
  • n1Eicosanol
  • Icosan1ol
  • prinEicosyl alcohol
  • Eicosanol
  • eicosan-1-ol
  • icosanol
  • Eicosanol-(1)
  • Arachinyl alcohol
  • a-eicosanol
  • 1-Ecosanol
  • 1-Prydroxyeicosane
  • n-eicosan-1-ol
  • N-Eicosanol (d41)
Show all 31 synonyms
  • 1-Eicosanol, 98%
  • 1-Eicosanol (Standard)
  • QSPL 202
  • 1-icosanol (ACD/Name 4.0)
  • Arachidic alcohol, 99%
  • FOH 20:0

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
White, wax-like solidexp.
Melting point
66.1 °Cexp.
Boiling point
309 °Cexp.
Density
0.8405 at 20 °C/4 °Cexp.
Solubility
Very soluble in acetone, soluble in petroleum ether, slightly soluble in ethanol, chloroformexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
298.56 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
298.3236 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
7.02calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
18calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements (4)
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Lubricants, rubber, plastics, textiles, research.

Emulsion stabilizer, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, viscosity increasing agent - nonaqueous.

Industrial uses: Surfactant (surface active agent), Other, Lubricating agent, Solvent, Defoamer, Stabilizing agent, Emulsifier.

Consumer uses: Cleaning agent, Other, Lubricating agent.

Use classes: Emollients, Safer Chemical Classes, Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name ARACHIDYL ALCOHOL(skin conditioning - emollient, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling)

Roles

  • animal metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite
  • volatile oil component

Functional uses

  • Emulsifier
  • Plasticizer
  • Softener and conditioner
  • Stabilizing agent
  • Thickening agent
  • Viscosity modifier

Cosmetic functions

  • Emulsion stabilising
  • Skin conditioning - emollient
  • Viscosity controlling

How it is made

Ziegler synthesis (trialkylaluminum process).

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 1-Eicosanol is traded under.

HS 2905.19Indicative HS code

Saturated monohydric alcohols, other

World exports in 2024
$2.15B
+56.9% vs 2023, imports $1.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany29.0%
  2. Singapore16.6%
  3. Netherlands10.6%
Top importers
  1. China17.3%
  2. Netherlands14.2%
  3. India * partner reported9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 1-Eicosanol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 1-Eicosanol, based on the data on this page

What is 1-Eicosanol?

Icosan-1-ol is a long-chain primary fatty alcohol that is icosane in which one of the terminal methyl hydrogens is replaced by a hydroxy group. It has a role as a volatile oil component, a plant metabolite and a human metabolite. It is an icosanol and a long-chain primary fatty alcohol.

What is the CAS number of 1-Eicosanol?

The CAS registry number of 1-Eicosanol is 629-96-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 28679-05-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 1-Eicosanol?

The molecular formula of 1-Eicosanol is C20H42O and its molar mass is 298.56 g/mol.

What is 1-Eicosanol used for?

Lubricants, rubber, plastics, textiles, research. Emulsion stabilizer, viscosity increasing agent - aqueous, viscosity increasing agent - nonaqueous. Industrial uses: Surfactant (surface active agent), Other, Lubricating agent, Solvent, Defoamer, Stabilizing agent, Emulsifier.

Is 1-Eicosanol hazardous?

1-Eicosanol carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 1-Eicosanol?

1-Eicosanol is usually classified under HS code 290519 (Saturated monohydric alcohols, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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