Squalane

Squalane (CAS 111-01-3), also marketed as Cosbiol and Robane, is a fully saturated hydrocarbon oil derived from squalene through hydrogenation.

Where is Squalane used?

• Personal care: emollient base in facial oils, moisturizers and hair serums
• Pharmaceuticals: carrier oil in topical drug delivery and adjuvant component in injectable emulsions
• Food: surface treatment agent and carrier for fat-soluble flavour compounds in encapsulation systems
• Specialty lubricant and catalyst research: inert hydrocarbon solvent
• It functions as a stable emollient, carrier and solvent.

Good to know: Sourcing origin, such as plant-derived sugarcane or olive versus shark-derived, is a commercially significant distinction affecting regulatory compliance, sustainability claims and supply chain transparency.

Commercial specifications

• Clear, colorless liquid in drum and IBC quantities