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CAS NUMBER |
67762-27-0 |
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INCI NAME |
Cetearyl alcohol |
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DEFINITION |
All-purpose thickening agent. NF grade, 100% active components. Composed of fatty alcohols, 70:30 ratio. C18 weight % stearyl alcohol 66-76 and C16 weight % cetyl alcohol 22-32. HLB 15.5 (creates oil-in-water emulsions but only to a limited degree). White flakes or pastilles, mild characteristic odor. Not soluble in water. Partially soluble in alcohol. |
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USAGE |
It can be used melt before use (54°C/129°F) or add to hot water phase. Usual concentration 0.5-10%. |
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APPLICATIONS |
Lotions, creams, hair shampoos, conditioners, body washes, makeup products. |
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