Notes: 12-hydroxy Stearic acid is a hydroxy fatty acid produced by the hydrogenation of ricinoleic acid (Item No. 10009369).{57796} It is a low molecular weight gelator that self-assembles to form organogels.{57797} Administration of paclitaxel (Item No. 10461) in 12-hydroxy stearic acid-containing gel nanocarriers enhances tumor growth suppression in an H22 murine hepatocellular carcinoma model.{57798} Formulations containing 12-hydroxy stearic acid have been used in cosmetic products as emollients.