Cholesterol NF

Description: Cholesterol is a sterol that produces the emollient effect of lanolin alcohols. The skin lipids present on the skin surface contain Cholesterol. Obtained from sheep wool derivatives. 95-100% pure. White granules or powder. Not water-soluble. Oil-soluble.

CAS: 57-88-5

INCI Name: Cholesterol

Use & Storage: To be mixed into the oil phase of formulations. Use levels: 1-10%. For external use only. Stable when kept in a closed container at a cool & dry place.

Applications: Creams, lotions, hair care products (conditioners, hair pomades).

Country of Origin: USA

Raw material source: Sheep wool

Manufacture: Cholesterol is produced from sheep wool grease by extraction with petroleum ether. The extracted material is then purified by repeated bromination.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)

Vegan: Derived from sheep wool

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis