INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol · CAS: 67762-27-0
Cetearyl Alcohol
A blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols used to thicken creams.
About Cetearyl Alcohol
Cetearyl Alcohol is a waxy substance composed of fatty alcohols, primarily a mixture of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient, stabilizing agent, and thickener. This ingredient helps to improve the texture of formulations, provides emollience, and enhances skin hydration.
Function: emollient, thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier
Recommended Usage
Skin care: 1-10%; typically 2-5% for creams and lotions as a thickener and stabilizer.
Hair care: 1-5%; commonly used in conditioners as an emollient and thickener.
Regulatory Status
- EU (max No legal limit; commonly used within formulation needs.): Generally recognized as safe and compliant for use in cosmetics; no significant restrictions.
- US (max No legal limit; usage varies per formulation.): Approved for general use in cosmetics without restrictions; categorized as GRAS by the FDA.
- ASEAN (max No legal limit; usage per formulation requirements.): Compliant with ASEAN Cosmetics Directive for use in personal care products.
Suppliers & Distributors
- BASF SE (Manufacturer)
- Procter & Gamble Chemicals (Manufacturer)
- Kao Chemicals (Manufacturer)
- MakingCosmetics (Distributor)
- Brenntag (Distributor)
- Univar Solutions (Distributor)
Common questions about Cetearyl Alcohol
What is Cetearyl Alcohol?
A blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols used to thicken creams.
What is the INCI name for Cetearyl Alcohol?
The INCI name for Cetearyl Alcohol is Cetearyl Alcohol. INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) is the standardized naming system used on cosmetic product labels worldwide.
What is the CAS number for Cetearyl Alcohol?
The CAS number for Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) is 67762-27-0. The CAS number is the unique chemical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service.
What does Cetearyl Alcohol do in cosmetic formulations?
In cosmetic formulations, Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) functions as: emollient, thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier.
What percentage of Cetearyl Alcohol is typically used in cosmetics?
Typical use levels for Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) in cosmetic formulations: In skin care: 1-10%; typically 2-5% for creams and lotions as a thickener and stabilizer.. In hair care: 1-5%; commonly used in conditioners as an emollient and thickener.. Always confirm against the supplier's technical data sheet and the regulatory limits for your target market.
Is Cetearyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in major markets?
Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) is regulated as follows in major markets: EU (max No legal limit; commonly used within formulation needs.); US (max No legal limit; usage varies per formulation.); ASEAN (max No legal limit; usage per formulation requirements.). See the Regulatory Status section above for the specific restrictions and conditions in each territory.
Who manufactures Cetearyl Alcohol?
Cetearyl Alcohol (Cetearyl Alcohol) is manufactured by suppliers including BASF SE, Procter & Gamble Chemicals, Kao Chemicals. Sign in to Chemdex to see full contact details, SDS / TDS documents, and regional offices for every supplier.