17-Methylstearic acid (CAS 2724-59-6)
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17-Methylstearic acid is a saturated fatty acid that functions as a surfactant in experimental applications. It has the ability to reduce the surface tension of liquids, allowing it to act as an emulsifier and aid in the dispersion of substances that are normally immiscible. At the molecular level, 17-Methylstearic acid interacts with the interface between two immiscible phases, such as oil and water, to stabilize the system and prevent the separation of the two phases. This surfactant property may be useful in various experimental processes, including the formulation of stable emulsions and the preparation of uniform mixtures of substances that would otherwise separate. Its mechanism of action involves adsorption at the interface, where it reduces the interfacial tension and allows for the creation of stable emulsions or dispersions. In this way, 17-Methylstearic acid plays a functional role in experimental applications by facilitating the manipulation and stabilization of immiscible substances.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
17-Methylstearic acid, 10 mg | sc-213624 | 10 mg | $188.00 | |||
17-Methylstearic acid, 100 mg | sc-213624A | 100 mg | $924.00 |