anhydrous
Anhydrous AA Lanoline
Obtained by refining wool grease. Chemically it is a wax, a complex mixture of carboxylic acid esters with high molecular weight alcohols. Solid waxy consistency, clear appearance, yellowish color and characteristic smell.
Approval specifications
- Humidity: 0,25 máx. USP
- Acidity index: 1 máx. USP
- Water soluble oxidizable substances: complies USP
- Iodine index: 18 - 36 USP
- Chlorides: complies USP
- Saponi cation index: 94-106 USP
- Ammonia: complies USP
- Melting point: 36 - 44 ºC USP
- Incineration residue: 0.10% máx. USP
- Alkalinity: complies USP
Uses
It is used in the formulation of cosmetic products, especially ointments. It advantageously replaces petroleum jelly, sunscreen, adhesive fabrics, hand protectors, etc.
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