Is 1-Hexadecanol CAS 36653-82-4 the same material as cetyl alcohol?

Yes. 1-Hexadecanol, hexadecan-1-ol and cetyl alcohol identify the C16 fatty alcohol associated with CAS 36653-82-4. Do not treat it as equivalent to cetearyl alcohol, which is normally a C16/C18 blend. Confirm the carbon-chain distribution rather than relying on the trade name alone.

Which specifications matter when selecting 1-Hexadecanol for an industrial formulation?

The useful release profile normally includes total alcohol and C16 content, hydroxyl value, acid value, iodine value, saponification value, moisture, hydrocarbons, color and melting or solidification range. Agree the methods and limits before ordering because a nominal cetyl-alcohol grade does not define the same chain distribution or performance.

What physical forms and packing should be confirmed for bulk 1-Hexadecanol?

Commercial cetyl alcohol may be offered as flakes, pastilles or molten bulk material. State the required form, net weight, palletization or heated-bulk requirement, destination and annual volume in the inquiry. The quotation and batch COA should identify the offered grade and its C16 specification.

1-Hexadecanol CAS 36653-82-4

1-Hexadecanol, also called cetyl alcohol or hexadecan-1-ol, CAS 36653-82-4, EC 253-149-0, is a linear C16 fatty alcohol with molecular formula C₁₆H₃₄O and molecular weight 242.44 g/mol. Commercial cetyl alcohol may contain a defined distribution of neighboring fatty alcohols rather than absolute single-component C16 material. Buyers should specify C16 content, total fatty alcohols, hydroxyl value, acid value, iodine value, color, form and application-grade documentation.

CAS: 36653-82-4
Synonyms: 1-Hexadecanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Hexadecan-1-ol, C16 Fatty Alcohol, Palmityl Alcohol
Einecs: 253-149-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₃₄O
Grade: Confirm C16 composition, hydroxyl and acid values, color, physical form and intended-use documents against the current TDS and COA; no cosmetic or other end-use grade is assumed.
Package: State required quantity, physical form and destination; confirm the current bag or container, liner, net weight, temperature handling and transport requirements before quotation.

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Product Description

1 Identity and physicochemical profile

2 Applications and grade selection

3 Storage and handling

4 Safety, documentation and procurement

Identity and physicochemical profile

Item	Technical guidance
Product identity	1-Hexadecanol; cetyl alcohol; C16 fatty alcohol
CAS / EC	36653-82-4 / 253-149-0
Formula / molecular weight	C₁₆H₃₄O / 242.44 g/mol
Commercial composition	C16 content and neighboring fatty-alcohol distribution depend on the offered grade
Key purchase controls	C16 and total fatty alcohols, hydroxyl value, acid value, iodine value, saponification value, water, color and melting behavior
Physical forms	Flakes, pastilles or other forms selected for melting, dosing, dust and packaging needs

Applications and grade selection

1-Hexadecanol is used as a structuring agent, consistency modifier, emollient component, opacifier and co-emulsifier in cosmetic, personal-care and industrial formulations. Performance depends on fatty-alcohol distribution, phase behavior, emulsifier system and processing temperature.

Match C16 distribution, hydroxyl value, color and melting behavior to the approved formula.
Compare emulsion stability, viscosity, sensory profile, cooling curve and appearance in a pilot batch.
Define origin, sustainability, cosmetic or regulatory documents when required by the destination market.

For a related long-chain fatty alcohol raw material, see Stearyl Alcohol.

Storage and handling

Store sealed in dry, clean conditions away from heat, oxidizers and strong odors. Prevent moisture uptake, contamination and package deformation, and follow the grade-specific shelf-life and stacking guidance.

Safety, documentation and procurement

Control dust or hot-melt exposure and use suitable personal protection according to the current SDS. Procurement should specify grade, fatty-alcohol profile, form, quantity, packaging, destination and documentation.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
Is 1-Hexadecanol CAS 36653-82-4 the same material as cetyl alcohol?

A: Yes. 1-Hexadecanol, hexadecan-1-ol and cetyl alcohol identify the C16 fatty alcohol associated with CAS 36653-82-4. Do not treat it as equivalent to cetearyl alcohol, which is normally a C16/C18 blend. Confirm the carbon-chain distribution rather than relying on the trade name alone.
Q:
Which specifications matter when selecting 1-Hexadecanol for an industrial formulation?

A: The useful release profile normally includes total alcohol and C16 content, hydroxyl value, acid value, iodine value, saponification value, moisture, hydrocarbons, color and melting or solidification range. Agree the methods and limits before ordering because a nominal cetyl-alcohol grade does not define the same chain distribution or performance.
Q:
What physical forms and packing should be confirmed for bulk 1-Hexadecanol?

A: Commercial cetyl alcohol may be offered as flakes, pastilles or molten bulk material. State the required form, net weight, palletization or heated-bulk requirement, destination and annual volume in the inquiry. The quotation and batch COA should identify the offered grade and its C16 specification.

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