Stearoptenes

At a glance

The waxy, crystalline fraction that separates out of certain essential oils (such as rose oil) upon cooling, distinct from the liquid 'elaeoptene' fraction that carries most of the oil's scent.

Category
โš—๏ธ Synthetic
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
CAS number
1406-57-1
IFRA status
Not restricted
โ— drafted ยท last checked 2026-09-01