What is Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0?

Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0, also known as cetearyl alcohol or C16-18 alcohols, is a non-ionic fatty alcohol blend mainly composed of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18). It is typically derived from vegetable sources such as palm oil or coconut oil and is used as an emollient, thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and opacifier.

How does the C16/C18 ratio affect Cetostearyl Alcohol performance?

The ratio between cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol controls melting point, hardness, opacity, and viscosity-building power. A higher stearyl alcohol content, such as 30/70, gives a harder and more opaque structure with higher viscosity, while a balanced 50/50 ratio usually produces a softer consistency and a lighter feel.

Why is Cetostearyl Alcohol described as a co-emulsifier rather than a primary emulsifier?

It does not form stable oil-in-water emulsions by itself, but it strengthens the interface created by primary emulsifiers. It is commonly combined with ceteareth-20, glyceryl stearate, or other hydrophilic emulsifiers to improve viscosity, reduce separation, and give creams a smooth, stable texture.

What cosmetic and personal-care applications is Cetostearyl Alcohol suitable for?

It is widely used in creams, lotions, body butters, ointments, hair conditioners, hair masks, and styling formulations. In these products it contributes a creamy consistency, leaves a soft non-greasy film, helps stabilize oil and water phases, and increases the perceived richness of the formula.

What are the typical specifications and storage conditions for Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0?

Common cosmetic and pharma grades are white flakes, pellets, or pastilles with a mild waxy odor, a melting point near 48-54 degrees C, and low acid, iodine, and saponification values. It should be kept in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0

Cetostearyl Alcohol, CAS 67762-27-0, also known as cetearyl alcohol, is a non-ionic fatty alcohol blend supplied for cosmetic, personal-care and pharmaceutical applications. Confirm the required grade and specification, then request a quotation with COA/TDS/SDS for bulk supply.

CAS: 67762-27-0
Synonyms: Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol, C16-18 Alcohols, Alcohols C16-18, C16-18 Fatty alcohol
Einecs: 267-008-6
Grade: Cosmetic Grade / Pharma Grade
Package: 25kg/Paper Bag (Poly-lined) or 25kg/Woven Bag.

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Product Description

Cetostearyl Alcohol, CAS 67762-27-0, also called cetearyl alcohol, is a non-ionic fatty alcohol blend of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18).

Synonyms: Cetearyl Alcohol; Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol; C16-18 Alcohols; Alcohols C16-18; C16-18 Fatty alcohol.

CAS: 67762-27-0.

It is a non-ionic fatty alcohol typically derived from vegetable sources such as palm oil or coconut oil.

It appears as white flakes, pellets or pastilles with a mild waxy odor.

It has a melting point of 48–54°C and an acid value of at most 0.5 mg KOH/g.

It acts as an emollient and leaves a soft, non-greasy film on skin and hair.

It builds viscosity and creates the creamy structure of lotions and creams.

It strengthens the interface between oil and water and stabilizes emulsions.

It acts as an opacifier and gives clear formulations a white, opaque appearance.

The C16/C18 ratio controls melting point, hardness, opacity and viscosity; a 50/50 ratio gives a softer feel, while 30/70 gives a harder, more opaque structure.

It is used in creams, lotions, body butters, ointments, hair conditioners and masks.

It is a raw material for ethoxylated emulsifiers such as Ceteareth-20 and Ceteareth-25.

It is used as an emulsifying wax base in medicated ointments and creams.

Confirm appearance, odor, acid value, iodine value, saponification value, hydroxyl value, melting point, water content, C16/C18 content and color.

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, preferably below 40°C, away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight.

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Q:
What is Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0?

A: Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0, also known as cetearyl alcohol or C16-18 alcohols, is a non-ionic fatty alcohol blend mainly composed of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18). It is typically derived from vegetable sources such as palm oil or coconut oil and is used as an emollient, thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and opacifier.
Q:
How does the C16/C18 ratio affect Cetostearyl Alcohol performance?

A: The ratio between cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol controls melting point, hardness, opacity, and viscosity-building power. A higher stearyl alcohol content, such as 30/70, gives a harder and more opaque structure with higher viscosity, while a balanced 50/50 ratio usually produces a softer consistency and a lighter feel.
Q:
Why is Cetostearyl Alcohol described as a co-emulsifier rather than a primary emulsifier?

A: It does not form stable oil-in-water emulsions by itself, but it strengthens the interface created by primary emulsifiers. It is commonly combined with ceteareth-20, glyceryl stearate, or other hydrophilic emulsifiers to improve viscosity, reduce separation, and give creams a smooth, stable texture.
Q:
What cosmetic and personal-care applications is Cetostearyl Alcohol suitable for?

A: It is widely used in creams, lotions, body butters, ointments, hair conditioners, hair masks, and styling formulations. In these products it contributes a creamy consistency, leaves a soft non-greasy film, helps stabilize oil and water phases, and increases the perceived richness of the formula.
Q:
What are the typical specifications and storage conditions for Cetostearyl Alcohol CAS 67762-27-0?

A: Common cosmetic and pharma grades are white flakes, pellets, or pastilles with a mild waxy odor, a melting point near 48-54 degrees C, and low acid, iodine, and saponification values. It should be kept in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.

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