| Commercial Name | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70:30 |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ceto-Stearyl Alcohol / Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30 / RSPO MB |
| Group of Chemicals | Fatty Alcohol |
| INCI / Common Name | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol / C16–18 Fatty Alcohol / Ceto-Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol 70/30, Fatty Alcohol C1618-7030, Cetearyl Alcohol |
| HS Code | 3823.70.9000 |
| CAS Number | 67762-27-0 |
| EC Number | 267-008-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H34O | C18H38O |
| Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use | No further relevant information available. |
| Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70-30 - Specification | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70-30 - Specification |
| SDS - Safety Data Sheet | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70-30 SDS - Safety Data Sheet - MSDS |
| TDS - Technical Data Sheet | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70-30 TDS - Technical Data Sheet |
| COA - Certificate of Analysis | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-C18 70-30 COA - Certificate of Analysis |
| Application of Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30 | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30 is widely used in cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations as a high-performance emulsifier, thickener, stabilizer, and conditioning agent. Its key applications include skincare creams, lotions, moisturizers, hair conditioners, shampoos, body butters, ointments, sunscreens, and cleansing products, where it helps improve texture, viscosity, emulsion stability, softness, and smooth skin feel. This versatile fatty alcohol blend is also valued in specialty chemical formulations for consistent quality and reliable performance. |
| Details of the Manufacturer / Supplier | Mars Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd® |
| Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | |
| Contact Person | Safety and Health Manager - Officer / Quality Control Manager - Chemist |
| info@marsoleo.com | |
| Telephone | +60 3 21175031 |
| Classification of substance or mixture | The product is not classified, according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS). |
| Label Elements | |
|---|---|
| GHS label elements | Not Applicable |
| Hazard pictograms | Not Applicable |
| Signal word | Not Applicable |
| Hazard statements | Not Applicable |
| Other hazards Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
PBT : Not applicable vPvB : Not applicable |
| General Chemical Description | Alcohols, C16-18 | ||
| Chemical Family | Fatty Alcohol | ||
| Chemical Name | Ceto-Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30 | ||
| Molecular Formula | C16H34O,C18H38O | ||
| H.S Code | 3823.70.9000 | ||
| Physical Appearance | White Pastilles | ||
| Dangerous components | Not Applicable | ||
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | EINECS Number | % by wt. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceto-Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 Hexadecan-1-ol & Octadecan-1-ol | 67762-27-0 / 36653-82-4 & 112-92-5 | 267-008-6 | - |
| Additional information | This product is not classified as hazardous to health or environment according to GHS. | ||
| General Information | Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. |
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| After Inhalation | Supply fresh air. consult doctor in case of complaints. |
| After Skin contact | Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor. |
| After Eye contact | Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. |
| After Swallowing | Call a doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately. Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water. |
| Information for Doctor | |
| Most Important Symptoms and Effects, both Acute and delayed | No further relevant information available. |
| Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed | No further relevant information available. |
| Extinguishing Media | |
|---|---|
| Suitable extinguishing agents | Sand, CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions. |
| For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents | Water with full jet |
| Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture | Under certain fire conditions, traces of other toxic gases cannot be excluded. |
| Advice for Firefighters | Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapours / spray. |
| Protective equipment | Do not inhale explosion gases or combustion gases. Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. Wear fully protective suit. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
| Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures | Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes / dust / aerosol. |
| Environmental Precautions | Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course. |
| Methods and material for containment and cleaning up | Dispose of the material collected according to regulations. |
| Reference to other sections | See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information. |
| Precautions for safe Handling | Open and handle receptacle with care. Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. |
| Information about fire - and explosion protection | Dust can combine with air to form an explosive mixture. Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Keep respiratory protective device available. |
| Conditions for Safe Storage, Including any Incompatibilities | |
|---|---|
| Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles | Store only in the original receptacle. |
| Information about storage in one common storage facility | Store away from oxidizing agents. |
| Further information about storage conditions | Keep container tightly sealed. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. |
| Specific end use(s) | No further relevant information available. |
| Additional information about design of technical facilities | No further data; see section 7. | |
| Control Parameters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace | Not required. | |
| Exposure Controls | ||
| Personal Protective Equipment | ||
| General protective and hygienic measures | Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks. |
|
| Respiratory Protection | Suitable respiratory protective device recommended. | |
| Protection of hands | The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance / the preparation. | |
| Material of gloves | The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. | |
| Penetration time of glove material | The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed. | |
| Eye Protection | Goggles recommended during refilling. | |
| Safety glasses. | ||
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30 |
| Appearance: Form | Solid / Pastille |
| Colour | White |
| Odour | Characteristic |
| Odour threshold | Not Determined. |
| pH Value | Not Applicable |
| Change in Condition | |
| Melting point/freezing point | ca. 51 - 57 °C (AOCS Cc 1-25) |
| Boiling point/boiling range | ca. 300 - 360 °C |
| Flammability (solid, gas) | Product is not flammable. |
| Auto-ignition Temp. | Not determined. |
| Flash point | ca. 170 °C (DIN 51758/ISO 2719) |
| Decomposition temperature | Not Determined |
| Explosive properties | Product does not present an explosion hazard. |
| Lower Explosion Limit | Not Determined |
| Upper Explosion Limit | Not Determined |
| Vapour pressure | Not applicable |
| Density at 50 °C | 0.8179 kg/L (ISO 6883) |
| Relative Density | Not determined |
| Vapour Density | Not determined |
| Evaporation rate | Not determined |
| Solubility in/Miscibility with water | Insoluble |
| Partition coefficient: n-octanol / water | Not determined |
| Viscosity | |
| Dynamic at 50 °C | ca. 7.14 mPas (ISO 3219) |
| Kinematic | Not Determined |
| Reactivity | No further relevant information available. |
| Chemical stability | Stable at environment temperature. |
| Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided | No decomposition if used according to specifications |
| Possibility of hazardous reactions | Risk of dust explosion if enriched with fine dust in the presence of air. |
| Conditions to avoid | See Section 7 for information of safe handling. |
| Incompatible materials | See Section 7 for information of safe handling. |
| Hazardous decomposition products | Irritant gases/vapours Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. |
| Information on Toxicological Effects Acute Toxicity | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| LD/LC50 values relevant for classification | |||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Oral | LD50 | > 10,000 mg/kg bw (Rat, Sprague-Dawley) (OECD 401, CAS # 67762-27-0) |
| Dermal | LD50 | > 8,000 mg/kg bw (rabbit) (CAS # 67762-27-0) | |
| Inhalative | LD50 (6h) | > 0.012 ppm (Rat, Sprague-Dawley) (CAS # 67762- 27-0) | |
| Primary Irritant Effect | |||
| Skin corrosion / irritation | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Irritation of skin | skin corrosion / irritation | (rabbit) (Erythema score: 0.79, Draze Test, CAS # 67762-27-0) |
| Serious eye damage / irritation | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Irritation of eyes | Eye damage / irritation | (rabbit) (COS: 0, Draze Test, CAS # 67762-27-0) |
| Respiratory or skin sensitization | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Sensitisation | Sensitisation | (Guinea pig) (Maximisation Test, CAS # 67762-27-0) |
| Additional Toxicological Information | |||
| Repeated dose Toxicity | |||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Oral | NOAEL (subchronic) | 750 mg/kg bw/day (Rat, Albino) (RA CAS # 36653-82- 4) |
| NOAEL | 1,822 mg/kg bw/day (Rat, Albino) (Exhibit II Publication, RA CAS # 36653-82-4) | ||
| CMR effects (carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction) | |||
| Germ cell mutagenicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Mutagenicity | (salmonella typhimurium) (OECD 471, RA CAS # 36653-82-4) | |
| Carcinogenicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Reproductive toxicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity for reproduction | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | Oral | NOAEL (mat/tera) | 2,000 mg/kg/day (Rat, Wistar) (OECD 422, RA CAS # 112-92-5) |
| Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - single exposure | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Aspiration hazard | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity | ||
|---|---|---|
| Aquatic Toxicity | ||
| 67762-27-0 Alcohols, C16-18 | EC3 (16h) | 62 mg/L (Pseudomonas putida) (Toxicity threshold test, CAS # 67762-27-0) |
| LC50 (96h) | 130 mg/L (Fish) (QSAR, CAS # 67762-27-0) | |
| Persistence and Degradability | Readily biodegradable. | |
| Other Information | CAS No. 67762-27-0 | |
| OECD Guideline 301D (Ready Biodegradability: Closed Bottle Test) 81% within 28 days. | ||
| Remarks on result : The substance is considered to be readily biodegradable | ||
| Behaviour in environmental systems | ||
| Bio accumulative Potential | Does not accumulate in organisms | |
| Mobility in Soil | No further relevant information available. | |
| Additional Ecological Information | ||
| General notes | Not hazardous for water. | |
| Result of PBT and vPvB assessment | PBT : No | |
| vPvB : No | ||
| Other Adverse Effects | No further relevant information available. | |
| Waste treatment methods Recommendation | Must be specially treated adhering to official regulations. |
| Uncleaned Packaging Recommendation | Disposal must be made according to official regulations. |
| Not a hazardous material according to RID/ADR, GGVS/GGVE, ADNR, IMDG, ICAO-TI/IATADGR. | |
| UN-Number | Not Regulated |
| UN Proper Shipping Name | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Transport Hazard class(es) | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Packing Group | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Environmental Hazards | |
| Marine Pollutant (Yes/No) | No |
| Special Precautions for User | Not Applicable |
| Maritime Transport in Bulk Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code | Not Applicable |
| UN "Model Regulation" | Not Regulated |
| Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture | |
|---|---|
| EHS reference list | None of the ingredients is listed. |
| GHS label elements | Not applicable. |
| Hazard pictograms | Not applicable. |
| Signal word | Not applicable. |
| Hazard statements | Not applicable. |
| Directive 2012/18/EU | Substance is not listed. |
| Named dangerous substances - ANNEX I | |
| Other Regulations, limitations and Prohibitive Regulations | |
| Positive Country Substance Listing for CAS No. 67762-27-0 | USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS): 267-008-6, Japan (ENCS): 2-21, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/ KECL): KE-00315, China (IECSC): 13554, China (IECIC): 03580, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Thailand (TECI), Vietnam (VNCI). |
| Alternative CAS numbers to be used in combination | |
| Positive Country Substance Listing for CAS No. 36653-82-4 | USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS): 253-149-0, Japan (ENCS): 2-217, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/ KECL): KE-18460, China (IECSC): 30755, China (IECIC): 03526, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Mexico (INSQ), Vietnam (VNCI). |
| Positive Country Substance Listing for CAS No. 112-92-5 | USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS): 204-017-6, Japan (ENCS): 2-217, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/ KECL): KE-26419, China (IECSC): 30007, China (IECIC): 07972, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Thailand (TECI), Mexico (INSQ), Vietnam (VNCI). |
| Note | The substance name and CAS numbers which are used for this product in the stated inventories may deviate from the information listed in Section 3. |
| Chemical safety assessment | A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out. |
| The information provided in this Safety Data sheet is correct to the best of Mars Oleochemicals knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release, and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific product designated and may not be valid for such product when used in combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in this SDS. MARS OLEO specifically disclaims any liability for any loss, injury or damage which may result from user or misuse of this product. | |
| All chemicals should be handled only by competent personnel, within a controlled environment. It is the buyers/ user's responsibility to ensure that his activities comply with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws, and to determine the conditions necessary for the safe user of this product. MARS OLEOCHEMICALS urges each customer or recipient of this SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this SDS and any hazards associated with the product. | |
| Abbreviations and Acronyms | |
|---|---|
| RID | Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail) |
| ICAO | International Civil Aviation Organisation |
| NOAEL | No Observed Adverse Effect Level |
| RA | Read-Across |
| LDLo | Lowest Published Lethal Dose |
| VOID | Not regulated / Not Classified / Not a Dangerous Good |
| LoS | Limit of Solubility |
| COS | Cornea Opacity Score |
| COC | Cleveland Open Cup |
| ADR | Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises danger uses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) |
| IMDG | International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods |
| IATA | International Air Transport Association |
| EINECS | European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances |
| CAS | Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) |
| LC50 | Lethal concentration, 50 percent |
| LD50 | Lethal dose, 50 percent |
| PBT | Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic |
| vPvB | very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative |
| Sources |
|---|
| CAS No. 67762-27-0 Cetyl Stearyl Alcohols, C16-18 70:30 |
| Annex 12 of Resolution MEPC.225(64) 2012 Amendments to The International Code for The Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code). |
| Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) 1998. Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, lsostearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol and Behenyl Alcohol. |
| ECHA Substance Registered Database for CAS No. 67762-27-0. |
| Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Sixth & Seventh Revised Edition. |
| HSDB for CAS No. 67762-27-0. |
| IMO (2007). IBC Code 2007 Edition. |
| IMO (2014). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 37-14. 2014 Edition, Volume 1 & 2. |
| ICOP (2014). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication. |
| ICOP (2019). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication (Amendment). |
| IMO (2020). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 40-20. |
| Chemical Safety Report of Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18 70:30. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) No 453/2010. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/830. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/878. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. |
| SIDS Initial Assessment Report for SIAM 22 Paris, France, 18 - 21 April 2006. Category Name: Long Chain Alcohols (C6-22 primary aliphatic alcohols). |
| P.U. (A) 310/2013. Occupational Safety Health (Classification, Labelling and Safety Data Sheet of Hazardous Chemicals) Regulations. |
| Data Compared to the Previous Version Altered |
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MARS OLEOCHEMICALS® Cetyl Stearyl Alcohol C16-18
70:30 Revision 1 (Mar 31, 2023) New issuance of GHS SDS according to ChemGes. Revision 2 (January 01, 2025) |
| Department issuing SDS : Product Safety & Regulations Department |
| Contact : Product Safety & Regulations - sales@marsoleo.com |
| SDS Updated Date : 1 Jan 2025 |
| SDS Creation Date : 31 March 2023 |
| Version : 2.00 |
| Disclaimer : This Safety Data Sheet does not constitute any warranty or guarantee as to the quality, properties, condition or otherwise of the product. It has been prepared from the best knowledge available to us and we shall not be liable for any insufficiency or inaccuracy in such information in any case whatsoever. |
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