Decyl glucoside

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Decyl glucoside
IUPAC name

(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-2-Decoxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydropyran-3,4,5-triol

Identifiers
CAS number 58846-77-8
PubChem 62142
ChemSpider 55973
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Properties
Molecular formula C16H32O6
Molar mass 320.42 g mol−1
Hazards
MSDS MSDS
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa)
Infobox references

Decyl glucoside is a mild non-ionic surfactant used in cosmetic formularies including baby shampoo and in products for individuals with a sensitive skin. Many natural personal care companies use this cleanser because it is plant-derived, biodegradable, and gentle for all hair types.

Synthesis

Decyl glucoside is produced by the reaction of glucose from corn starch with the fatty alcohol decanol which is derived from coconut.

See also

References

    Bond
    • O-glycosidic bond
    • N-glycosidic bond
    • S-glycosidic bond
    • C-glycosidic bond
    Geometry
    • α-Glycoside
    • β-Glycoside
    • 1,4-Glycoside
    • 1,6-Glycoside
    Glycone
    Aglycone
    • Biochemical families: carbohydrates
      • alcohols
      • glycoproteins
      • glycosides
    • lipids
      • eicosanoids
      • fatty acids / intermediates
      • phospholipids
      • sphingolipids
      • steroids
    • nucleic acids
      • constituents / intermediates
    • proteins
      • Amino acids / intermediates
    • tetrapyrroles / intermediates
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