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Cetyl Alcohol

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£5.95 to £88.15

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  Pack Size List Price Qty  
photo_camera 25g
GPC1793-W
£5.95
photo_camera 50g
GPC1793-2W
£10.24
photo_camera 100g
GPC1793-X
£14.65
photo_camera 250g
GPC1793-2X
£29.35
photo_camera 500g
GPC1793-5X
£55.60
photo_camera 1Kg
GPC1793-Y
£88.15

What is Cetyl Alcohol? Cetyl Alcohol (chemical formula C₁₆H₃₄OH) is a fatty alcohol derived from natural sources, such as palm oil or coconut oil. It is a white, waxy solid that is commonly used in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Cetyl Alcohol is known for its emulsifying, thickening, and stabilising properties, which make it a key ingredient in a wide range of formulations.

Consistent Quality: We provide only high-quality Cetyl Alcohol, ensuring reliable and consistent performance in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers to ensure safe handling and preserve product quality during transport.

Frequent Uses

Surfactant and Detergent Production
Employed in the manufacture of surfactants and detergents, where its ability to lower surface tension is useful in cleaning applications.

Industrial Applications
Such as the production of polishes, waxes, and lubricants, where it functions as a thickener and stabiliser

  • Cosmetics
  • Topical creams and ointments
  • Emulsifier in food products
  • Surfactants and detergents
  • Polishes, waxes, and lubricants

Appearance Crystalline powder. Colour White.

Melting point 49-51°C/120.2-123.8°F

Initial boiling point and range 190°C/374°F @ 20 hpa - Lit Flash point 170°C/338°F

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Upper flammable/explosive limit: 8% (V) : 1% (V) Vapour pressure

Vapour density 8.37 (Air = 1.0)

Relative density 0.805 g/cm3 at 60°C/140°F

Solubility(ies) Insoluble in water.

Partition coefficient log Pow: 6.73 at 25°C/77°F

Cas Number: 36653-82-4

Einecs Number: 36653-82-4

HS Code / Commodity Code: 34049090

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