Cetyl Alcohol
CAS Number: 36653-82-4
Cetyl Alcohol is a C16 fatty alcohol that serves as an emollient, emulsion stabilizer, thickener, and co-emulsifier in cosmetic formulations. Its waxy solid form melts smoothly into emulsions, imparting a creamy texture and improving skin feel. It is one of the most commonly used fatty alcohols in skin care creams, lotions, and hair care conditioning products.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White waxy solid or flakes |
| purity (%) | ≥98 |
| melting point (°C) | 49–53 |
| acid value (mg KOH/g) | ≤1.0 |
Applications
- Moisturizing creams and body lotions
- Hair conditioners and hair masks
- O/W and W/O emulsions
- Lip balms and lipsticks
- Sunscreen emulsions
Key Features
- Smooth melting for easy incorporation
- Creamy texture and emollient feel
- Effective emulsion stabilizer
- Non-irritating and widely approved for cosmetics
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