5531-65-7

Basic information

• Product Name: benzyl stearate
• Synonyms: benzyl stearate;Octadecanoicacid,phenylme;Octadecanoic acid benzyl ester;Stearic acid benzyl ester;Ai3-02112;Einecs 226-879-2;Octadecanoic acid, phenylmethyl ester;benzyl octadecanoate
• CAS NO: 5531-65-7
• Molecular Formula: C₂₅H₄₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 374.59978
• EINECS: 226-879-2
• Mol File: 5531-65-7.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 459.7°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 100.3°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.921g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 1.24E-08mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.484
• CAS DataBase Reference: benzyl stearate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: benzyl stearate(5531-65-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: benzyl stearate(5531-65-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 5531-65-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Cosmetic and Personal Care Industry:
Benzyl stearate is used as a perfume fixative to help extend the longevity of fragrances in products such as lotions, creams, and hair care products. Its fixative properties ensure that the scent remains consistent and pleasant over time.
Benzyl stearate is used as a thickening agent for enhancing the viscosity of cosmetic formulations. This improves the texture and application of products, providing a smoother and more luxurious feel on the skin.
Additionally, benzyl stearate is used as a softening agent to moisturize and soften the skin. Its emollient properties contribute to a more supple and comfortable skin feel.
However, it is important to note that benzyl stearate may cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in some individuals. Therefore, it is crucial to use products containing benzyl stearate with caution, especially for those with sensitive skin. Formulators and consumers should be aware of the potential risks and benefits when incorporating this compound into cosmetic and personal care products.

InChI:InChI=1/C25H42O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-19-22-25(26)27-23-24-20-17-16-18-21-24/h16-18,20-21H,2-15,19,22-23H2,1H3

Upstream product

• 55130-16-0 benzyl (Z)-9-octadecenoate 
• 822-16-2 sodium stearate 
• 100-44-7 benzyl chloride 
• 3507-99-1 silver⁽¹⁺⁾ stearate 
• 112-76-5 Stearoyl chloride 
• 100-51-6 benzyl alcohol 
• 112-61-8 Methyl stearate 
• 57-11-4 stearic acid 
• 1511-79-1 octadecanoyl fluoride 
• 112-80-1 cis-Octadecenoic acid 
• 124-26-5 stearamide 

Downstream Products

• 112-61-8 Methyl stearate 
• 111-61-5 stearic acid ethyl ester 
• 123-95-5 n-butyl stearate 

Relevant articles and documents

A novel poly(p-styrenesulfonic acid) grafted carbon nanotube/graphene oxide architecture with enhanced catalytic performance for the synthesis of benzoate esters and fatty acid alkyl esters

Considering the issue of low yield in the synthesis of benzoate esters and fatty acid alkyl esters, designing a high catalytic activity composite catalyst is very significant and attractive. In this study, the rational design strategy was used to develop a novel poly(p-styrenesulfonate acid, namely PSSF) grafted multi-walled carbon nanotube composite with graphene oxide nanomaterial (PSSF-mCNTs-GO) using a simple two-step method. FT-IR and Raman spectroscopy, XRD, SEM, TEM, and NH3-TPD were used to characterize the inorganic-organic hybrid material. In particular, the addition of GO remarkably enhanced its catalytic performance in the production of fatty acid alkyl esters (92.16%) and benzoate esters (90.27%), in which the conversion was more than doubled as a result of its strong π-π interaction with the substrate. In addition, PSSF-mCNTs-GO can be separated from the substrate conveniently and still maintained a relatively high catalytic activity even after 6 times recycling, which indicates its rather good reusability. This novel catalyst is promising in the synthesis of biodiesel and benzoate esters.

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Esterifications of equimolar mixture of carboxylic acids and alcohols can be effectively catalyzed by Al2(SO4)3 · 18H2O under solvent-free condition. The esterification catalyzed by Al2(SO4)3 · 18H2O is a promising green method thanks to no need of organic solvent, no pollution, no causticity and ease to handle after reaction. This catalyst is of a low toxicity (usually it is used as purifying agent for drinking water), low-cost compound and is easily separated from the reaction mixture by simple filtration. Moreover, the catalyst can be recycled for the further esterification and the conversion does not evidently decrease.

Benzoxepine esters as precursors of the wound-activated chemical defence of Mycena galopus

The native precursors E/Z-1a to E/Z-1e and 2a-2e of the antifungally active benzoxepines E/Z-1 and 2 have been isolated from intact fruiting bodies of Mycena galopus. These precursors turned out to be fatty acid esters of the benzoxepines (pterulones) E/Z-1 and 2. Metabolic profiling of ethyl acetate extracts from intact fruiting bodies, from the latex and from mechanically wounded fruiting bodies revealed that the known antifungally active benzoxepines E/Z-1 and the previously unknown benzoxepines 2 are only present in injured fruiting bodies. Intact fruiting bodies and the latex, however, exclusively contain the corresponding ester derivatives E/Z-1a to E/Z-1e and 2a-2e. Unlike the antifungally active benzoxepines E/Z-1 and 2, the esters E/Z-1a to E/Z-1e present in intact fruiting bodies turned out to be inactive. Upon injury the inactive esters E/Z-1a to E/Z-1e are cleaved by a putative esterase, and the bioactive benzoxepines E/Z-1 and 2 are released, suggesting a wound-activated defence mechanism of M. galopus against yeasts and parasitic fungi. Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, 2008.

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