Description
Chemical Name:Cetearyl alcohol
Cas No:67762-27-0
EINECS No:267-008-6
Synonyms:LANETTE AOK;CETYL ALCOHOL – STEARYL ALCOHOL;CETEARYL ALCOHOL;CETOSTEAROL;Alkohole, C16-18;CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL, USP
Molecular Weight:512.941
Molecular Formula:C18H38O.C16H34O
Molecular Structure:
Specification:
Items | Specifications |
Cas No. | 67762-27-0 |
EINECS | 267-008-6 |
Molecular Weight | 512.941 |
Appearance | White solid |
Melting point | 51 - 53°C |
Density | 0.8 |
Loss on drying | ≤0.5% |
Acid value | 0.3max |
pKa | 15.76 |
Boiling Point | 330.79℃ |
Hazen | 0.1max |
Function:
Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with good emulsifying properties.
Cetearyl alcohol acts as a thickener in many formulas. It can increase the viscosity of the product, giving the product better texture and stability.
Cetearyl alcohol has a certain moisturizing effect. It can form a protective film on the surface of the skin, reduce the evaporation of water on the surface of the skin, and thus maintain the moisture content of the skin.
For skin and hair, cetearyl alcohol can provide lubrication and softening effects.
Application:
Lotions and Creams: Widely used as an emulsifier and thickener in the formulation of lotions and creams.
Ointments and emulsions: In topical preparations in the pharmaceutical field (such as ointments, emulsions, etc.), cetearyl alcohol can be used as an emulsifier and thickener. It helps to evenly disperse the active ingredients of the drug in the matrix, making it easier to apply and absorb the drug. At the same time, it can increase the stability of the preparation and extend the shelf life of the drug.
