Name | Lanolin |
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Synonyms |
MFCD00081740
EINECS 232-348-6 Lanolin anhydrous Wool fat |
Description | Lanolin is a yellow fat obtained from sheep's wool. Lanolin is used topically for sore, cracked nipples during breastfeeding[1]. |
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Melting Point | 38-40 ºC |
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Molecular Formula | C54H84N16O21 |
Molecular Weight | 104.10452 |
Flash Point | 209 ºC |
Appearance | Adhering Crystals or Powder | White to yellow |
Water Solubility | chloroform: 0.1 g/mL, clear to faintly turbid (<29 NTU), strongly yellow-green | Soluble in ether, petroleum ether, chloroform and petroleum benzene. Sparingly soluble in ethanol. Insoluble in water. |