Cetostearyl alcohol

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Cetostearyl alcohol
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n = ~14-16
Names
Other names
Cetearyl alcohol; Cetylstearyl alcohol; Cetyl/stearyl alcohol
Identifiers
ChemSpider
  • none
ECHA InfoCard100.060.898
UNII
Properties
CH3(CH2)nCH2OH; n=variable, typically 14-16
Melting point48 to 56 °C (118 to 133 °F; 321 to 329 K)[1]
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references
Cetostearyl alcoholCetearyl alcohol, or cetyl stearyl alcohol[1] 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 stabilizeropacifying 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.[2]

References[edit]

  1. Jump up to:a b MSDS
  2. ^ Record in the Household Products Database of NLM

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