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1. Composition & Definition:
Cetostearyl
Alcohol 1618 (50:50) is a blend of Cetyl Alcohol (C16) and Stearyl
Alcohol (C18) in an equal 50:50 ratio. It is a non-ionic,
high-purity fatty alcohol used in various industries.
2. Properties:
- Appearance:
White, waxy flakes or pellets
- Solubility:
Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and alcohols
- Melting
Point: Approx. 49–56°C
- Odor: Mild,
characteristic fatty odor
3. Applications:
- Personal
Care & Cosmetics: Used as an emulsifier, thickener, and
stabilizer in creams, lotions, hair conditioners, and makeup products.
- Pharmaceuticals:
Functions as an excipient, stabilizer, and emollient in ointments, gels,
and topical formulations.
- Industrial
Uses: Found in surfactants, coatings, and
textile formulations.
4. Source & Manufacturing:
Produced
from natural sources like palm and coconut oils or through synthetic
processes, via hydrogenation of fatty acids or esters.