Cetyl Alcohol
Cetyl Alcohol
CAS: 36653-82-4
Emollient
Emulsifier
Thickener
Viscosity Modifier
Personal Care
Cosmetics
COSMOS Approved
REACH Compliant
Vegan
Overview
A fatty alcohol used as an emollient, thickener, and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations. Provides a smooth, creamy texture to lotions and creams.
- Excellent skin feel without greasiness
- Stabilizes emulsions effectively
- Compatible with cationic and anionic systems
- Natural fatty alcohol origin
Chemical Identifiers
INCI NameCetyl Alcohol
CAS Number36653-82-4
EC Number253-149-0
Applications & Markets
Functions
EmollientEmulsifierThickenerViscosity Modifier
Applications
Face CreamsBody LotionsHair ConditionersSunscreens
End-Use Markets
Personal CareCosmetics
Technical Properties
Physical
AppearanceWhite waxy flakes
Physical FormFlake
OdorCharacteristic waxy
Measured Values
pH Range6 – 7.5
Compliance & Sustainability
Regulatory Claims
COSMOS ApprovedREACH CompliantVegan
Sustainability
Bio-based