Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 for Cosmetics Supplied Worldwide from Malaysia

Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 is a high-purity, long-chain fatty alcohol with a minimum C16 content of 98%. Its recognised chemical name is Hexadecan-1-ol, its CAS number is 36653-82-4, its EC number is 253-149-0 and its molecular formula is C16H34O. It is normally supplied as a white, waxy solid or white pastilles.

In cosmetic systems, Cetyl Alcohol can function as an emollient, viscosity controller, opacifier, surfactant, co-emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer. It helps provide structure and consistency while supporting smooth application and a softer skin feel. It should generally be combined with an appropriate emulsifying system rather than assumed to stabilise every oil-and-water formulation independently.

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Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 for Cosmetics, Haircare and Reliable Industrial Formulations Supplied Worldwide from Malaysia.

Cetyl Alcohol is used in facial creams, body lotions, moisturisers, body butters, cleansing creams, sunscreens, shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, styling products and suitable pharmaceutical ointments. It may also be used in lubricants, specialty chemicals, wax systems and other industrial formulations where a waxy C16 fatty alcohol is required.

Mars Oleochemicals supplies Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 in 25-kilogram laminated bags. Its published loading information includes approximately 14 metric tonnes per palletised 20-foot container and 16 metric tonnes per unpalletised 20-foot container. Buyers should request the current specification, SDS, TDS, COA, origin certificate and applicable Kosher documentation before commercial approval.

Minimum 98% C16 fatty-alcohol content
White, waxy pastille form
Vegetable-derived commercial grades available
Supports emollience and skin softness
Improves viscosity and formulation body
Helps stabilise cosmetic emulsions
Provides opacifying functionality
Supports smooth spreading and application
Compatible with numerous oil-phase ingredients
Useful in skincare and haircare formulations
Available with defined analytical specifications
Suitable for commercial container shipments

Helps create richer cream and lotion textures
Improves the body of shampoos and conditioners
Supports smoother product application
Can improve emulsion consistency
Provides a soft, non-volatile fatty-alcohol character
Helps reduce excessive formulation fluidity
Supports opaque or creamy product appearance
Works in skincare, haircare and cleansing systems
Available in a convenient pastille form
Supports repeatable weighing and processing
Available with SDS, TDS and COA documentation
Suitable for industrial and full-container procurement

Facial moisturisers
Skin creams
Body lotions
Body butters
Hand creams
Sunscreen formulations
Cleansing creams
Cosmetic emulsions
Shampoos
Hair conditioners

Hair masks
Leave-in conditioners
Styling creams
Ointments and topical bases
Pharmaceutical emulsions using approved grades
Deodorant sticks
Lip-care products
Shaving creams
Wax formulations
Lubricant and specialty industrial products

1. What is Cetyl Alcohol C16-98? Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 is a high-purity, waxy C16 fatty alcohol containing at least 98 percent Cetyl Alcohol. It is commonly supplied as white pastilles for cosmetic, personal-care, pharmaceutical and industrial formulations.

2. What is the correct INCI name for Cetyl Alcohol? The recognised cosmetic INCI name is Cetyl Alcohol. Hexadecan-1-ol and 1-Hexadecanol are chemical names rather than the preferred INCI declaration.

3. What are the CAS number, EC number and molecular formula? Cetyl Alcohol uses CAS number 36653-82-4, EC number 253-149-0 and molecular formula C16H34O. The condensed structural formula may also be written as C16H33OH.

4. Is EC number 205-582-1 correct for Cetyl Alcohol? No. The correct EC number for Hexadecan-1-ol or Cetyl Alcohol is 253-149-0. The number shown in the original product image should be corrected.

5. What is the HS code for Cetyl Alcohol? International HS subheading 2905.17 specifically includes Hexadecan-1-ol or Cetyl Alcohol. HS 3823.70 covers industrial fatty alcohols, so the final classification should be confirmed according to the supplied composition and destination-country customs rules.

6. What does Cetyl Alcohol do in cosmetic formulations? Cetyl Alcohol functions as an emollient, viscosity controller, emulsion stabilizer, opacifier and co-emulsifying ingredient. It can improve texture, body, spreadability and stability in creams, lotions and hair-care products.

7. Is Cetyl Alcohol the same as drying alcohol? No. Cetyl Alcohol is a long-chain waxy fatty alcohol. It behaves differently from volatile alcohols such as ethanol and is commonly used to provide structure, softness and emollience.

8. Which products commonly contain Cetyl Alcohol? Cetyl Alcohol is commonly used in creams, lotions, moisturisers, body butters, shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, cleansing products, sunscreens, ointments and other emulsion-based formulations.

9. Where can buyers source Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 from Malaysia? International buyers can contact Mars Oleochemicals Sdn. Bhd. for Cetyl Alcohol C16-98 specifications, packing options, quality documents, certification information, availability and export quotations from Malaysia.