Ceteareth-20 is an ethoxylated fatty alcohol, commonly used as an emulsifier and surfactant. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients, enhancing product texture and stability. It is valued for its versatility and mildness in formulations, making it suitable for various skincare applications.
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Ceteareth-20
Personal Care
Emulsifier: Ceteareth-20 is commonly employed as an emulsifying agent in cosmetic and personal care products, facilitating the blending of water and oil-based ingredients.
Surfactant: It acts as a surfactant, reducing the surface tension of liquids and enabling better dispersion of ingredients in formulations such as creams and lotions.
Solubilizer: Ceteareth-20 assists in solubilizing insoluble substances in aqueous solutions, enhancing the effectiveness of various skincare and haircare products.
Stabilizer: It helps stabilize emulsions and prevent phase separation in formulations, ensuring the consistency and shelf life of cosmetic products.
Cleansing Agent: Ceteareth-20 is utilized as a mild cleansing agent in skincare products, gently removing dirt and impurities without causing irritation to the skin.
SYNONYMS
PEG-20 CETOSTEARYL ALCOHOL, PEG-20 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 1000 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER, POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) CETYL/STEARYL ETHER
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
270.49 g/mol
CAS NUMBER
68439-49-6
CHEMICAL FORMULA
C18H38O
HS CODE
Not Specified
DENSITY
1.09 g/cm3
MELTING POINT
40-46°C
BOILING POINT
Not Specified
VISCOSITY
29 mPa s
SHELF LIFE
Not Specified
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
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