Koster Keunen Cetyl Esters Wax No. 177

Cetyl Esters wax is a naturally derived ester made up of a mixture of saturated fatty alcohols and fatty acids. It meets the monograph of the US Pharmacopeia and can be used in OTC products and topical pharmaceuticals. Cetyl Esters is used primarily to thicken emulsions while acting as an emollient for improved feel.

INCI Name: Cetyl Palmitate

Functions: Emollient, Gel Former, Opacifier, Plasticizer, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Ingredient Origin: Synthetic

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Benefit Claims: Aesthethic Enhancement, Color & Look, Emolliency, Formula Stability, Good Consistency, Imparts Lubricity, Moisturizing

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Ingredient Origin
CAS No.
540-10-3
EC No.
208-736-6

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Color Cosmetic Applications
Hair 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
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 5mgKOH/gUSP 401
Iodine Valuemin. 1g/100g(USP 401)
Melting point43-47°C( USP 741, Class II)
Saponification Value109-120mgKOH/g( USP 401)

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years