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Fatty acids, C16, C18 and C18-unsaturated, C12-15 alcohol (linear and branched), esters is readily biodegradable in water according to OECD criteria.Thus, the substance is expected to be rapidly degraded by microorganisms in aquatic and terrestrial environments, including biological sewage treatment plants.