Cetearyl alcohol functions to inhibit greasy sensation, reduce the viscosity of waxy raw materials, and stabilize cosmetic emulsions. It is a versatile ingredient that plays a significant role in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals. Its application helps enhance product quality and stability, and it also contributes positively to skin moisturization and protection.

Cetearyl Alcohol
Basic Introduction
Chinese Name: Cetearyl Alcohol
Chemical Name: Cetostearyl Alcohol
INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol
CAS Registry Number: 8005-44-5, 67762-27-0
EINECS Registry Number: 267-008-6
Molecular Formula: C18H38O.C16H34O
HS Code: 3823700000
Synonyms: Stearyl Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1816 Alcohol, 1618 Alcohol, 18-16 Alcohol, Stearyl Cetyl Mixed Alcohol, C16-18 Alcohol, (C16-18) Alkyl Alcohol, Higher Alkyl C16-18 Alcohol, C1618, LANETTE AOK, CETOSTEAROL, heptadecan-1-ol, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, Alkohole, C16-18, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetostearyl Alcohol, C16-18-Alkylalcohol, CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL, Ceto-stearyl alcohol, CETYLSTEARYL ALCOHOL

Application Fields
1. Plastic Industry: Cetearyl alcohol can be used as an additive in plastics to improve fluidity and processing performance.
2. Coatings and Inks: In coatings and inks, cetearyl alcohol acts as a dispersant and stabilizer to enhance their properties.
3. Candle Industry: Due to its waxy nature, cetearyl alcohol is sometimes used in candle making.
4. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: In topical formulations, cetearyl alcohol increases the viscosity of both w/o and o/w emulsions. It stabilizes emulsions and has a co-emulsifying effect, thereby reducing the amount of surfactant needed to form a stable emulsion. Cetearyl alcohol is used in pharmaceuticals to slow the release of water-soluble drugs.
5. Daily Chemical Industry: In cosmetics and personal care products, cetearyl alcohol is used to produce surfactants such as平平加 (Pingpingjia), natural fatty alcohol ethoxylates, etc. It is also utilized in making defoamers, flotation agents, softeners, paddy field insulation agents, water surface covering agents, and as a raw material for pharmaceutical ointments.

Packaging Method
Kraft Bag

Stability and Storage Conditions
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep containers sealed. Separate from oxidizers, acids, acid anhydrides, and acyl chlorides. Avoid mixed storage. Equip with appropriate types and quantities of fire-fighting equipment. The storage area should have leak emergency handling equipment and suitable containment materials.

Product Compliance
Executive Standard: GB/T16451
Appearance: White solid
C16+C18: ≥98 (Premium grade)/≥97 (First grade)/≥96 (Second grade)
Melting Point, °C: 47-55
Color, Hazen: ≤10 (Premium grade)/≤15 (First grade)/≤30 (Second grade)
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤0.1 (Premium grade)/≤0.2 (First grade)/≤0.3 (Second grade)
Saponification Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤0.5 (Premium grade)/≤0.8 (First grade)/≤1.0 (Second grade)
Hydroxyl Value (as KOH) mg/g: 210-220 (Premium grade)/210-230 (First grade)/205-230 (Second grade)
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: ≤0.3 (Premium grade)/≤0.5 (First grade)/≤1.0 (Second grade)
Alkane Content, %: ≤0.5 (Premium grade)/≤1.0 (First grade)/≤1.5 (Second grade)
Carbonyl Value, mg/Kg: ≤100 (Premium grade)/≤150 (First grade)/≤200 (Second grade)

Executive Standard: CP
Appearance: White solid
C18: ≥40
C16+C18: ≥90
Melting Point, °C: 49-56
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤1.0
Saponification Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤1.0
Hydroxyl Value (as KOH) mg/g: 208-228
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: ≤2.0
Residue on Ignition, %: ≤0.1
Heavy Metals, ppm: ≤0.1

Executive Standard: BP, EP
Appearance: White solid
C18: ≥40
C16+C18: ≥90
Melting Point, °C: 49-56
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤1.0
Saponification Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤2.0
Hydroxyl Value (as KOH) mg/g: 208-228
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: ≤2.0

Executive Standard: USP
Appearance: White solid
C18: ≥40
C16+C18: ≥90
Melting Point, °C: 48-55
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: ≤2.0
Hydroxyl Value (as KOH) mg/g: 208-228
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: ≤4.0