Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

$89.95

Cosmetic grade fatty alcohol blend

Oil phase

Use 2–5%

Structuring agent

Suitable for cream systems

Sold by weight (g or Kg) for formulation accuracy.

Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

$89.95

INGREDIENT OVERVIEW

Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used in cosmetic formulations to build structure and stabilise emulsions. It is commonly used in creams and lotions to create viscosity and improve overall formulation stability.

Our cetearyl alcohol is supplied as a cosmetic-grade waxy solid with controlled acid and hydroxyl values, supporting consistent emulsification and formulation performance.

In formulation, it is typically used alongside emulsifiers and co-structuring agents to create stable, well-balanced systems.

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QUALITY & SOURCING

Very low acid value (0.18 mg KOH/g) for stability
Controlled hydroxyl value (225 mg KOH/g) for predictable performance
Extremely low moisture (0.02%)
Clean heavy metal and microbial profile
USP standard compliant

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

Ingredient: Cetearyl Alcohol
INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol
CAS: 67762-27-0
Solubility: Oil soluble
Typical use level:
- Emulsions: 2–5%
- Used as structuring co-emulsifier
Starter: 3%

FORMULATION NOTES

Processing notes

Add to oil phase and heat (~70°C) before emulsification.

Compatibility notes

Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients
Works best with emulsifier systems
Suitable across a wide range of formulations

pH notes

Not pH dependent

Formulation examples

Cream system

Cetearyl alcohol: 2–4%
Glyceryl stearate citrate: 3–4%
Oil phase: 5–15%
Water phase to 100%

Lotion system

Cetearyl alcohol: 2–3%
Emulsifier system
Emollients

Troubleshooting

Too thick / waxy → reduce level
Too thin / unstable → increase or combine with cetyl alcohol
Separation → review emulsifier system

COMPARISON & ALTERNATIVES

Lighter structuring: cetyl alcohol
Primary emulsifier: glyceryl stearate citrate
Alternative systems: emulsifying wax blends

SENSORY PROFILE

Cetearyl alcohol creates a rich, creamy texture with increased viscosity and body. It contributes to a more substantial skin feel compared to lighter structuring agents. Sensory outcome is formulation-dependent; bench testing is recommended.

DOCUMENTATION

Cosmetic grade
Acid value: 0.18 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl value: 225 mg KOH/g
Moisture: 0.02%
Heavy metals: compliant
COA and SDS available

Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

Cetearyl Alcohol Flakes

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