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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Molecular formula
- C₁₆H₃₄O
- Technologies
- Product Families
- 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
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
Properties
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Molecular Weight 242.44 - -
Regulatory & Compliance
- FDA Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- 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.