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Trihydroxystearin

Also known as 1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate), Glyceryl tri(12-hydroxystearate), Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester

CAS 139-44-6Formula C57H110O9Molar mass 939.50 g/molEC 205-364-6
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Trihydroxystearin chemical structure, C57H110O9, CAS 139-44-6
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
139-44-6
Formula
C57H110O9
Molar mass
939.50 g/mol
EC number
205-364-6
HS code
291819
Category
Lipids and fatty acids

What is Trihydroxystearin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Trihydroxystearin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C57H110O9 and a molar mass of 939.50 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 139-44-6. The IUPAC name is 2,3-bis(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyloxy)propyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
2,3-bis(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyloxy)propyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
CAS number
139-44-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
205-364-6
Molecular formula
C57H110O9
UNII
06YD7896S3
MDL number
MFCD14636467
INCI name
HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, TRIHYDROXYSTEARIN
InChIKey
WCOXQTXVACYMLM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C57H110O9/c1-4-7-10-31-40-51(58)43-34-25-19-13-16-22-28-37-46-55(61)64-49-54(66-57(63)48-39-30-24-18-15-21-27-36-45-53(60)42-33-12-9-6-3)50-65-56(62)47-38-29-23-17-14-20-26-35-44-52(59)41-32-11-8-5-2/h51-54,58-60H,4-50H2,1-3H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCC(CCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCC(CCCCCC)O)OC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCC(CCCCCC)O)O

Synonyms

  • 1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
  • Glyceryl tri(12-hydroxystearate)
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester
  • Cutina bw
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 1,1',1''-(1,2,3-propanetriyl) ester
  • Thixin R
  • Glyceryl tris(12-hydroxystearate)
  • Thixcin E
  • Thixcin R
  • 12-Hydroxystearic acid triglyceride
  • Propane-1,2,3-triyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
  • Tri-12-hydroxystearin
  • 2,3-bis(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyloxy)propyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
  • Glycerol tris(12-hydroxystearate)
  • Trixcin R
  • Tixcin R
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, triester with glycerol
  • 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, glyceryl ester
  • Olio di ricino idrogenato
  • 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, triester with glycerol
  • trihydroxy
  • L-Glycerol tris(12-hydroxystearate)
  • Glycerol 12-hydroxystearate
  • Glyceroltris(12-hydroxystearate)
  • Octadecanoic acid, triester with glycerol
Show all 29 synonyms
  • Propane-1,2,3-triyltris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)
  • Octadecanoic acid, 12-hydroxy-, 1,2, 3-propanetriyl ester
  • 2,3-Bis((12-hydroxyoctadecanoyl)oxy)propyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate
  • Glyceryl tris(12-hydroxystearate), 1,2,3-Propanetriyl tris(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate)

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

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
939.50 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
938.815 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
15.68calc.
Topological polar surface area
139.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
9calc.
Rotatable bonds
53calc.
Heavy atoms
66calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.95calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

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Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL(skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing)

Functional uses

  • Anti-adhesive/cohesive
  • Emulsifier
  • Fragrance
  • Humectant
  • Lubricating agent
  • Plasticizer
  • Processing aids not otherwise specified
  • Softener and conditioner
  • Surfactant (surface active agent)
  • Thickening agent
  • Viscosity modifier
  • Wetting agent (non-aqueous)

Cosmetic functions

  • Skin conditioning
  • Skin conditioning - emollient
  • Surfactant - cleansing
  • Surfactant - emulsifying
  • Viscosity controlling

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • 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 Trihydroxystearin is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Trihydroxystearin?

Trihydroxystearin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C57H110O9 and a molar mass of 939.50 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 139-44-6. The IUPAC name is 2,3-bis(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyloxy)propyl 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate.

What is the CAS number of Trihydroxystearin?

The CAS registry number of Trihydroxystearin is 139-44-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Trihydroxystearin?

The molecular formula of Trihydroxystearin is C57H110O9 and its molar mass is 939.50 g/mol.

What is Trihydroxystearin used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Trihydroxystearin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Trihydroxystearin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Trihydroxystearin?

Trihydroxystearin is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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