This long-chain alcohols are substances which are naturally found in many vegetable
oils and waxes, in the leaves of alfalfa, spinach and wheat, in
wheat germen, etc.
Possible applications of Octacosanol
Dietetic and Pharmaceutical Applications
Natural octacosanol can be used to prepare various kinds of health food supplements, healthy beverages, and pharmaceuticals
Octacosanol is an useful supplement for exercisers and an indispensable nutrient for
professional athletes. It decrease blood pressure and pulse frecuence during and after exercise
Improves muscle glycogen storage
Improvement of stamina and endurance of exercisers
Improvement of reaction time
Stability of basal metabolic rate under stress
Reduction of blood cholesterol levels
Enhancer for producing calcitonin
Cosmetic Industry
In antiwrinkle products
In hair growth promoters
In nails care formulations
Possible applications of Triacontanol
Applications in agriculture
Growth regulator (increase in the rice yield, vegetables, flowers, ....)
Acelerator in the fruit ripening (citrics, ...)
Active against nematodes
Environmental applications
Waste water treatment to reduce slurry, ...
