Squalene
CAS: 111-02-4
Category: Terpenoids
| Purity | Cosmetic Grade ≥95%, Reagent Grade ≥98%, Pharmaceutical Grade ≥99% |
| Molecular Formula | C30H50 |
| Molecular Weight | 410.72 |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Packaging | 25 kg/metal drum, 5 kg/plastic bottle. |
| Testing Indicators | Appearance — Visual inspection; Identification — IR, GC-MS; Purity — GC; Heavy metals — ICP-MS; Residual solvents — HS-GC; Microbial limits — Pour plate; Peroxide value — Titration; Squalane — GC; Refractive index — Refractometry. |
| Storage Notes | Stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature in a tightly closed container under inert gas, away from light and oxidants. |
| Lead Time | 10 days |
Used as a triterpene intermediate in the synthesis of adjuvants, emollients, and precursors for cholesterol and steroid hormone production in pharmaceutical formulations.