Chemical name: 1-Hexadecanol
INCI Name: Cetyl Alcohol
CAS Registry Number: 36653-82-4
EINECS login ID: 253-149-0
Molecular formula : C16H34O
Molecular weight: 242.44
HS Code: 2905170000
Application areas
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Chemical industry
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It is used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and lubricant, and is widely used in the chemical, paint, and plastics industries.
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food industry
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As a food additive, it has thickening, flavoring and preservative functions, and is often used in the processing of candies, biscuits, bread and other products.
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Pharmaceutical manufacturing
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In suppositories and modified release formulations, it can increase the melting point of the matrix and form a penetration barrier. Cetyl alcohol itself has certain analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects, and is suitable for related drugs and dermal preparations.
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Daily chemical industry
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As an emulsifier and emollient, it has moisturizing, softening and texture-improving effects. When used in lotions, creams, ointments and makeup, it can enhance product stability and skin feel.
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Packaging
Kraft paper bags
Stability and storage conditions
Hexadecyl alcohol should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep containers sealed. It should be stored separately from oxidizers, acids, acid anhydrides, and acyl chlorides; mixed storage is strictly prohibited. Appropriate types and quantities of fire-fighting equipment should be available. The storage area should be equipped with spill response equipment and suitable containment materials.
Product Compliance
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Indicator range
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GB/T16451
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CP
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BP, EP
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USP
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Appearance
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White solid
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White solid
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White solid
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White solid
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White solid
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White solid
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C16
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≥95
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≥90
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Melting point, °C
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48-51
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47-51
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46-52
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46-52
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46-52
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Color, Hazen
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≤10
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≤15
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≤30
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Acid value (calculated as KOH) mg/g
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≤0.1
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≤0.2
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≤0.3
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≤1.0
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≤1.0
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≤2
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Saponification value (calculated as KOH) mg/g
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≤0.5
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≤0.8
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≤1.0
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≤1.0
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≤2.0
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Hydroxyl value (calculated as KOH) mg/g
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225-235
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220-235
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220-240
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220-240
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218-238
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218-238
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Iodine value (as I₂ ) g/100g
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≤0.3
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≤0.5
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≤1.0
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≤1.5
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≤2.0
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≤5
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Alkane content, %
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≤0.5
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≤1.0
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≤1.5
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Carbonyl value, mg/Kg
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≤100
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≤150
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≤200
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Burning residue, %
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≤0.01
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Heavy metals, ppm
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≤0.1
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