Lanolin Anhydrous CAS 8006-54-0 | USP/EP Grade

• Lanolin Anhydrous (INCI: Lanolin, CAS 8006-54-0) is a natural waxy substance extracted from sheep wool, appearing as a pale yellow to brownish-yellow ointment-like material.
  
  
• It delivers excellent moisturizing, emollient and emulsifying properties: it can bind with approximately twice its weight in water without separation, is easily absorbed by the skin, helps replenish skin surface lipids and repairs the skin barrier.
  
  
• It is widely used in skincare creams, lotions, hair care products, lipsticks, ointments and baby care products.
  
  
• As a direct source manufacturer, we supply high-purity anhydrous lanolin compliant with USP/EP Pharmacopoeia standards, with guaranteed stable bulk supply capacity.

1. Direct Source Factory Supply

Backed by our in-house refining production lines, we ensure stable fulfillment for large bulk orders and offer highly competitive ex-factory prices for premium anhydrous lanolin.

2. Outstanding Moisturizing Performance

Absorbs more than twice its own weight in water, forms a protective film on the skin surface and delivers long-lasting moisture locking effect.

3. Skin Barrier Repair Function

Has a structure similar to human sebum, is easily absorbed by the skin, and effectively replenishes skin surface lipids.

4. Multifunctional Performance

Combines multiple functions including moisturizing, emollient, emulsifying and softening properties, providing maximum formulation flexibility.

5. Global Regulatory Compliance

Compliant with USP/EP Pharmacopoeia standards, suitable for both cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations, with proven safety and reliability.

1. Skincare (Core Application)

Creams, lotions and body lotions: Delivers long-lasting moisturizing effect, improves dry and flaky skin. Recommended dosage: 2% – 10%

Sun care products, hand creams and foot creams: Enhances product moisturizing properties and prevents skin chapping.

2. Pharmaceutical Preparations

Ointment and cream bases: Used for prevention and treatment of dry, defatted and chapped skin, serves as a drug delivery carrier

Burn creams and eczema creams: Leverages its repairing and moisturizing properties for adjuvant treatment

3. Hair Care Products

Conditioners and hair masks: Prevents dandruff, dryness and hair brittleness, replenishes hair's natural lipids

Hair coloring products: Protects the scalp and reduces irritation during coloring process

4. Color Cosmetics & Personal Care

Lipsticks and lip balms: Delivers smooth application texture and long-lasting moisturizing effect

Baby care products: Hypoallergenic formulations including baby creams and diaper creams, protects delicate baby skin

Q1: What is Lanolin Anhydrous, and what is its standard global identifier?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous (also called Anhydrous Lanolin, Wool Fat, CAS 8006-54-0) is a natural waxy substance extracted and refined from sheep wool. It appears as a pale yellow to brownish-yellow ointment-like material with a faint characteristic odor, and is one of the most widely used natural emollients in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.

Q2: What are the core skin benefits of Lanolin Anhydrous?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous delivers three core skin benefits:

Superior moisturizing: Absorbs more than twice its own weight in water, forms a protective film and provides long-lasting moisture locking

Skin barrier repair: Has a structure similar to human sebum, is easily absorbed and replenishes skin surface lipids

Soothing protection: Gentle and non-irritating, protects delicate and damaged skin from external irritation

Q3: What is the recommended usage level of Lanolin Anhydrous in formulations?

A: The standard recommended dosage of Lanolin Anhydrous is 2% – 10% for most cosmetic and personal care formulations. Dosage can be adjusted according to product type: 2-5% for lightweight lotions, 5-10% for creams, ointments and intensive moisturizing products.

Q4: Why can Lanolin Anhydrous absorb twice its weight in water without separation?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous has a unique amphiphilic molecular structure: it contains both lipophilic (oil-loving) and hydrophilic (water-loving) groups, which allows it to bind with large amounts of water and form stable water-in-oil emulsions. This unique property makes it an excellent natural emulsifier and moisturizer.

Q5: Is Lanolin Anhydrous compliant with USP/EP Pharmacopoeia standards?

A: Yes, our Lanolin Anhydrous fully meets USP (United States Pharmacopeia) and EP (European Pharmacopoeia) standards, with moisture content < 0.25% (anhydrous grade), melting point 38-44°C, and heavy metals ≤ 20 mg/kg. It is approved for use in both cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.

Q6: Is Lanolin Anhydrous safe for sensitive skin and baby care products?

A: Yes, high-purity refined Lanolin Anhydrous has an excellent safety profile. It is hypoallergenic, non-irritating, and is widely used in baby creams, diaper creams, sensitive skin products and eczema formulations. It is one of the most recommended natural emollients for delicate and sensitive skin.

Q7: In which products is Lanolin Anhydrous commonly applied?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous is widely used across 4 major industries:

Skincare: Creams, lotions, body butters, hand creams, sun care products

Pharmaceuticals: Ointment bases, burn creams, eczema creams, topical drug carriers

Hair care: Conditioners, hair masks, hair coloring products

Cosmetics & personal care: Lipsticks, lip balms, baby care products

Q8: What are the key quality specifications for premium Lanolin Anhydrous?

A: High-quality USP/EP grade Lanolin Anhydrous meets the following core specifications:

Moisture content: < 0.25% (anhydrous grade)

Melting point: 38 – 44°C

Acid value: ≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g

Saponification value: 90 – 110 mg KOH/g

Heavy metals (as Pb): ≤ 20 mg/kg

Q9: Does Lanolin Anhydrous clog pores or cause acne?

A: High-purity refined Lanolin Anhydrous has a comedogenicity rating of 0-1 (very low), and will not clog pores or cause acne for most skin types. It is non-comedogenic when used within the recommended dosage of 2-10%, and is suitable for most skin types including acne-prone skin.

Q10: What is the advantage of Lanolin Anhydrous compared to other emollients?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous offers three unique advantages over synthetic emollients:

Natural skin identical: Structure similar to human sebum, better skin absorption and barrier repair effect

Multifunctional: Combines moisturizing, emollient, emulsifying and softening properties in one ingredient

Long-lasting performance: Provides longer-lasting moisturization than most synthetic emollients

Q11: Is Lanolin Anhydrous water soluble or oil soluble?

A: Lanolin Anhydrous is oil soluble and insoluble in water, but it can absorb and mix with approximately twice its weight in water to form stable water-in-oil emulsions. It can be directly added to the oil phase of formulations during the heating phase.