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Pharm-Rx Cetyl Alcohol

Pharm-Rx Chemical Corp. Cetyl Alcohol functions as a cleansing agent, opacifier, emollient, emulsion stabilizer, fragrance stabilizer, viscosity modifier, emulsifier, and foam booster in cosmetics.

INCI Name: Cetyl Alcohol

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    INCI Name
    Molecular formula
    C₁₆H₃₄O
    Definition

    Cetyl Alcohol contains not less than 90.0% and not more than 102.0% of cetyl alcohol (C₁₆H₃₄O), the remainder consisting chiefly of related alcohols. It is obtained from sources of vegetable, animal, or synthetic origin.

    Chemical Structure

     - 2

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Molecular Weight242.44

    Regulatory & Compliance

    USP Reference Standards
    • USP Cetyl Alcohol RS
    • USP Lauryl Alcohol RS
    • USP Myristyl Alcohol RS
    • USP Oleyl Alcohol RS
    • USP Stearyl Alcohol RS

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Information

    Preserve in well-closed containers.