What is Cetearyl Glucoside CAS 246159-33-1?

It is a mild nonionic alkyl polyglucoside emulsifier based on C16-18 fatty alcohol and glucose. The INCI name is Cetearyl Glucoside, and it is widely used to stabilize oil-in-water cosmetic emulsions.

Is Cetearyl Glucoside supplied as a single pure compound?

Not always. Commercial cosmetic grades are frequently supplied as a formulated emulsifying blend with cetearyl alcohol, because this combination forms stable O/W emulsions more easily than the glucoside alone. The exact composition and active content should be confirmed for the selected grade.

What is the typical appearance and melting behavior?

It is commonly supplied as white to off-white flakes, pellets, or powder. Reported melting ranges vary by grade and blend, with many commercial materials melting around 60-75 C, so the material is normally handled as a solid in hot-process emulsification.

How should Cetearyl Glucoside be incorporated into a cream or lotion?

It is normally added to the heated oil phase together with the required fatty alcohol and other oil-soluble ingredients, then emulsified with the heated water phase. Typical use levels for commercial emulsifying blends are commonly around 3-6% in the finished formulation, but the recommended level should be confirmed for the specific grade.

Cetearyl Glucoside CAS 246159-33-1

Cetearyl Glucoside, also called cetearyl alcohol glucoside or alkyl polyglucoside C16-18, CAS 246159-33-1, is an alkyl polyglucoside-based nonionic emulsifier supplied as flakes or pellets and positioned for oil-in-water emulsion systems. Confirm the required grade, then request a quotation with COA/TDS/SDS for bulk supply.

CAS: 246159-33-1
Synonyms: Cetearyl Alcohol Glucoside; Alkyl Polyglucoside C16-18
Grade: Cosmetic formulation grade
Package: Bags, fiber drums, or lined containers

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Product Description

Cetearyl Glucoside CAS 246159-33-1 is a mild nonionic alkyl polyglucoside emulsifier based on C16-18 fatty alcohol and glucose.

Synonyms: Cetearyl Alcohol Glucoside; Alkyl Polyglucoside C16-18.

CAS: 246159-33-1.

It is supplied as white to off-white flakes, pellets, or powder.

It is positioned as a nonionic oil-in-water emulsifier for cosmetic formulations.

It is commonly used with cetearyl alcohol to form stable emulsifier systems for creams and lotions.

It is used in skin care formulations requiring mild nonionic emulsifiers.

It is used in hair care products such as conditioners and treatment creams.

It provides broad compatibility with anionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants.

Depending on the commercial system, the HLB value may fall roughly in the 11-15 range.

Commercial grades are often supplied as a formulated emulsifying blend with cetearyl alcohol.

Confirm the required cosmetic grade, active content, appearance, and related specifications for the chosen grade.

Check compatibility with the target cream, lotion, or emulsion and confirm the recommended use level.

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination, and avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.

Confirm packaging suitable for the solid flake or pellet form and order quantity, and follow the current SDS.

Confirm grade, packaging, and specification as required.

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FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
What is Cetearyl Glucoside CAS 246159-33-1?

A: It is a mild nonionic alkyl polyglucoside emulsifier based on C16-18 fatty alcohol and glucose. The INCI name is Cetearyl Glucoside, and it is widely used to stabilize oil-in-water cosmetic emulsions.
Q:
Is Cetearyl Glucoside supplied as a single pure compound?

A: Not always. Commercial cosmetic grades are frequently supplied as a formulated emulsifying blend with cetearyl alcohol, because this combination forms stable O/W emulsions more easily than the glucoside alone. The exact composition and active content should be confirmed for the selected grade.
Q:
What is the typical appearance and melting behavior?

A: It is commonly supplied as white to off-white flakes, pellets, or powder. Reported melting ranges vary by grade and blend, with many commercial materials melting around 60-75 C, so the material is normally handled as a solid in hot-process emulsification.
Q:
What kind of emulsifier is Cetearyl Glucoside?

A: It is a nonionic oil-in-water emulsifier with broad compatibility and a mild skin profile. Depending on the commercial system, the HLB value may fall roughly in the 11-15 range, which supports stable O/W creams, lotions, and similar products.
Q:
How should Cetearyl Glucoside be incorporated into a cream or lotion?

A: It is normally added to the heated oil phase together with the required fatty alcohol and other oil-soluble ingredients, then emulsified with the heated water phase. Typical use levels for commercial emulsifying blends are commonly around 3-6% in the finished formulation, but the recommended level should be confirmed for the specific grade.

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