CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL Extra Pure

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CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL Extra Pure Specification

Purity
98% minimum

Physical Form
White waxy solid

Density
0.811 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Poisonous
NO

Smell
Mild characteristic odor

Ingredients
Blend of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18)

HS Code
3402.42

Melting Point
48-56C

Application
Used as an emollient emulsifier and thickening agent in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals

EINECS No
267-008-6

Ph Level
Neutral (approximately 6.5-7.5 for a typical aqueous solution)

Refractive Rate
1.455-1.458

Usage
Primarily for lotions creams and personal care formulations

Shelf Life
2 years when stored properly

Solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and oils

Appearance
White flakes or beads

Grade
Extra Pure

Storage
Store in a cool dry and well-ventilated area away from heat and moisture

Molecular Formula
C18H38O

Properties
Non-ionic surfactant stabilizing agent and occlusive

CAS No
67762-27-0

Structural Formula
CH3-(CH2)n-CH-OH where n typically represents a blend of long-chain fatty alcohols

Shape
Flakes or beads

Taste
Neutral

Molecular Weight
270.49 g/mol

About CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL Extra Pure

CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL Extra Pure is a white waxy solid in the form of flakes or beads with a mild characteristic odor. It is a blend of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18), primarily used as an emollient emulsifier and thickening agent in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. With a purity of 98% minimum, this Extra Pure grade product has a molecular weight of 270.49 g/mol and a melting point of 48-56C. It is stored best in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area and has a shelf life of 2 years when stored properly. CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL Extra Pure is insoluble in water but soluble in alcohol and oils, and it serves as a non-ionic surfactant stabilizing agent and occlusive.