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Jojoba alcohol

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Jojoba alcohol
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Properties
Variable
Molar mass Variable
Appearance Clear colorless liquid
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

Jojoba alcohol is the alcohol fraction obtained by the saponification of jojoba oil from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis.[1] Jojoba alcohol is commonly used in cosmetic formulations.[1]

Chemical constituents

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Jojoba alcohol is a mixture of both saturated and unsaturated long chain alcohols of between 16 and 26 carbons in chain length, including:[1]

Physical properties

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Jojoba alcohol is a clear, colorless liquid at room temperature.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c "Glossary". International Jojoba Export Council. Archived from the original on 2006-07-20.