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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 540-10-3
- EC No.
- 208-736-6
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- AP/Deo Applications
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Sun Care Applications
- Formulation Guidelines
Cetyl Esters is an NF product that functions as a thickener, emollient, and gellant. Formulators can find stabilizing or co-emulsifier abilities depending on the system. Applications include OTC, creams, lotions, sunscreens, hair care and color cosmetics.
Properties
- Appearance
- Pellets
- Chemical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Acid Value max. 5 mgKOH/g USP 401 Iodine Value min. 1 g/100g (USP 401) Melting point 43-47 °C ( USP 741, Class II) Saponification Value 109-120 mgKOH/g ( USP 401)
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 Years
