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Record 1 2011-01-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
Cl8H38O
correct, formula, see observation
CH3(CH2)16CH2OH
correct, formula, see observation
OBS

Unctuous white flakes or granules .... USE: Substitute for cetyl alc in pharmaceutical dispensing, in cosmetic creams, for emulsions, textile oils and finishes, as antifoam agent, lubricant, and chemical raw material.

OBS

Chemical formula: C18H38O or CH3(CH2)16CH2OH

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
Cl8H38O
correct, formula, see observation
CH3(CH2)16CH2OH
correct, formula, see observation
OBS

Usages : Cosmétique, émulsions, matières plastiques, résines, lubrifiant, détergent, industrie textile, cuirs.

OBS

Formule chimique : C18H38O ou CH3(CH2)16CH2OH

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
Cl8H38O
correct, formula, see observation
CH3(CH2)16CH2OH
correct, formula, see observation
OBS

Fórmula química: C18H38O o CH3(CH2)16CH2OH

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