CETYL ALCOHOL

• To thicken and enhance the stability and texture of creams and lotions.
• It is a mild, non-toxic, and non-irritating waxy material with a typical sweet odor.
• White flakes

All-purpose thicketing alcohol (1-hexadecanol, hexadecanol, hexadecyl or palmityl alcohol), derived from vegetable oils, >95%, composed of fatty alcohols. White flakes, no or faint odor. Soluble in diethyl ether & acetone, slightly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in cold water. Partially solubility in hot water. Cetyl Alcohol is a non-gelling thickener, co-emulsifier if concentration >5%, viscosity & consistency enhancer (also in waterless products like lipsticks), emollient, moisturizer (attracts moisture), and foam booster.

Application: Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, hair conditioners, body washes, and makeup products.

CAS: 36653-82-4

INCI Name: Cetyl Alcohol

Weight: 150g