synthetic spermaceti

  • 1synthetic spermaceti — cetyl esters wax …

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  • 2cetyl esters wax — [NF] a mixture consisting primarily of esters of saturated fatty alcohols and saturated fatty acids; used as a stiffening agent in pharmaceutical preparations. Called also synthetic spermaceti …

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  • 3Wax — For other uses, see Wax (disambiguation). Cetyl palmitate, a typical wax ester …

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  • 4wax — wax1 waxable, adj. waxlike, adj. /waks/, n. 1. Also called beeswax. a solid, yellowish, nonglycerine substance allied to fats and oils, secreted by bees, plastic when warm and melting at about 145°F, variously employed in making candles, models,… …

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  • 5E number — This article is about the food additive codes. For other uses, see E number (disambiguation). E numbers are number codes for food additives that have been assessed for use within the European Union (the E prefix stands for Europe ).[1] They are… …

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  • 6Candle — For other uses, see Candle (disambiguation). A close up image of a burning candle showing the wick and the various parts of the flame …

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  • 7lubrication — See lubricate. * * * Introduction of any of various substances between sliding surfaces to reduce wear and friction. Lubricants may secondarily control corrosion, regulate temperature, electrically insulate, remove contaminants, or damp shock.… …

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  • 8List of vegetable oils — Plant oils Olive oil Types Vegetable fats (list) Macerated (list) Uses …

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