Ingredients / #461
Cetyl Alcohol
CAS: 36653-82-4 · EC: 253-149-0
Emollient
Emulsifier
Fragrance
Surfactant
Viscosity Modifier
CosIng Ref: 32596
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Description
A fatty alcohol that acts as a moisturizing emollient to soften and smooth skin while helping blend oil and water-based ingredients together in formulations. It also thickens products to create pleasant textures and can carry fragrance components. This ingredient has an excellent safety profile with minimal risk of irritation for most users.
Synonyms
세틸알코올 (ko)
セタノール (ja)
1-Hexadecanol
alcohol cetylicus
cetyl alcohol
Hexadecan-1-ol
Palmityl Alcohol
Properties
✗ Fragrance
✗ Preservative
✗ Colorant
Safety Rating
INTERNAL
2/10 · Safe
Fatty alcohol, well-tolerated emollient
Hazard Classification (GHS/CLP)
| H-Code | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| H319 | 眼部刺激 | health |
Found in products
Total: 9958