Hentriacontanoic acid

Hentriacontanoic acid (CAS 38232-01-8), also referenced as C31:0, is a long-chain saturated fatty acid used industrially as a lubricating and emulsifying agent.

Where is Hentriacontanoic acid used?

• Specialty wax and fatty acid formulations where shorter-chain acids fall short
• Lubricants and metalworking fluids: boundary lubrication performance
• Personal care: waxy emollient systems, film-forming
• Creams and solid cosmetic formats: texture modification
• Food-grade fat-based systems: processing aid and emulsifier component
• It serves as a reference standard for fatty acid profiling and lipid characterization.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels commonly at 98% or higher for analytical and formulation use