Disodium Sebacate
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Dinatrium Sebacat
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
17265-14-4
EC
241-300-3
Food Code
Disodium sebacate is a white powder with formula C10H16Na2O4 and molecular weight 270.21 g/mol. Density ~1.2 g/cm³, melting point >300°C, soluble in water, used as corrosion inhibitor; obtained from castor oil.
Disodium Sebacate
Used in cosmetics as emulsifier; detergents for cleaning; lubricants as inhibitor; pharmaceuticals for solubilizer; cosmetics for emollients; in water treatment.
Low toxicity; irritant to eyes. Stable; use PPE; no major hazards but rinse after contact.
Supplied in 25kg bags; store dry per Sigma-Aldrich SDS.