Cetostearyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol or cetylstearyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols, consisting predominantly of cetyl (16 C) and stearyl alcohols (18 C) and is classified as a fatty
alcohol. It is used as an emulsion stabilizer, opacifying agent, and foam boosting surfactant, as well as an aqueous and nonaqueous viscosity-increasing agent. It imparts an emollient feel to the skin and can be used in water-in-oil emulsions, oil-in-water emulsions and anhydrous formulations. It is commonly used in hair conditioners and other hair products.
CAS No
67762-30-5
Form
Beads, Pastilles
Packing
25kg Paper Bags (12MT/FCL)
25kg Paper Bags (14MT/FCL)
25kg Paper Bags (15MT/FCL)
25kg Paper Bags (15.5MT/FCL)
APPLICATIONS
Used directly as a lubricant, a foam inhibitor, and a consistency-giving factor in cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
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PARAMETERS
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VALUE
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Acid Value, mgKOH/g
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:
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0.2 max
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Saponification Value, mgKOH/g
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:
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1.0 max
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Iodine Value, gl2/100g
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:
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0.5 max
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Hydroxyl Value, mg KOH/g
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:
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205 – 230
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Moisture content, %
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:
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0.3 max
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Hydrocarbon Value, %
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:
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0.7 max
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Colour, APHA
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:
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10 max
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Composition
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C14: Myristic Acid
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:
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3 max
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C16: Palmitic Acid
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:
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22 – 35
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C18:0: Stearic Acid
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:
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60 – 76
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C20
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3 max
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