CAS:36653-82-4
INCI:Cetyl alcohol
Composition:Cetyl alcohol
Purity Grade:No purity grade applicable
Appearance:White flakes or pellets, no or faint odor
Solubility:Water-insoluble, partially solubility in hot water (1.34×10-5 g/l); soluble in diethyl ether and acetone, slightly soluble in alcohol
Preservation:Preservative-free
Storage:Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin:China
Raw Material Source:Palm kernel oil (RSPO certified)
Manufacture:Cetyl alcohol is made by catalytic hydrogenation of triglycerides and followed by oxidation of a chain growth product of ethylene oligomerized on a triethylaluminum catalyst.
Animal Testing:Not animal tested
GMO:No data available
Vegan:Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code:2905170000
Description
All-purpose thickening alcohol (1-hexadecanol, hexadecyl or palmityl alcohol), derived from vegetable oils, > 95%, composed of fatty alcohols
Benefits
- Non-gelling thickener and viscosity enhancer (also in water-free products like lipsticks)
- Has co-emulsifying properties if concentration is higher than 5 %
- Has mild emollient and moisturizing properties
- Can boost foam when together with surfactants
Use
Add to hot oil phase to melt for proper use (54°C/129°F). Typical use level 0.5-6%. For external use only.
Applications
Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, hair conditioners, body washes, makeup products.
