Introduction & Applications
* Cholesterol (feed grade) is primarily used as an additive in prawn feed preparations to enhance the growth and life expectancy of juvenile farmed prawns. As its function of forming film, astringing sweat pores and preventing wrinkle and aging, which could help the skin resuming stretch when used in the cream. Also used as an O/W or W/O emulsifying agent in lotions and creams due to excellent emulsifying and stabilizing properties.
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
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Molecular Formula
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C27H46O
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Molecular Weight
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386.65
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Molecular Structure
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Appearance
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white or almost white, crystalline powder.
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Melting range
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147 – 150°C
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Specific rotation
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-34° ~ -38°
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Acidity
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≤0.3%
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Loss on drying
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≤0.3%
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Residue on ignition
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≤0.1%
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Content
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≥90%
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Grade: BP/Feed grade
Packing: 25kg/drum or as per to client’s requirements.
Shelf life: 24 months
Storage: Store in a cool, ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat. Protect from direct sunlight. |
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Cholesterol (“Liquid crystal” or HP grade)