Description
Synonyms:DL-Panthenol;
(+/-)*2,*-Dihydroxy*3,*-dimethylbutyric
*-hydroxypropylamide
C.A.S # :Â *********2
Molecular
Structure:
Molecular
formula:C9H*9NO4
Molecular weight
:Â **5.*5
Assay:Â *7.****2.0%
Quality Standards:
USP*0
Panthenol contains not less than *9.0
percent and not more than **2.0 percent of
C9H*9NO4,calculated on the anhydrous
basis.
Characteristic:Hygroscopicity
white crystalline powder
Melting
point: ****9°C
Water solubility:
Well soluble in water,
alcohol and propylene glycol, soluble in ether and chloroform, and
slightly soluble in glycerin.
Function and Usage:
In cosmetics, panthenol
is a humectant, emollient and moisturizer. It binds to hair
follicles readilyand is a frequent component of shampoos and hair
conditioners (in concentrations of 0.**1%). It coats the hair and
seals its surface, lubricating follicles and making strands appear
shiny.
In ointments it is mixed with
allantoin, in concentrations of up to **5%, and is used for
treatment of sunburns, mild burns and minor skin
disorders.
