(Emulsifying Agent / Emollient)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Cetostearyl Alcohol known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industry.
Our cutting-edge technology ensures the production of high-quality Cetostearyl Alcohol meeting the highest standards for performance and consistency.
Applications: MOLHOL® CETO is widely used as an emulsifier, thickener and emollient in pharmaceutical and cosmetic products, including creams, lotions, ointments and gels. It plays a vital role in stabilizing emulsions, improving texture and enhancing skin feel. It is frequently incorporated into dermatological treatments for conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and dry skin, where it aids in moisturization and product consistency.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - EP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as a white or pale yellow, wax-like mass, plates, flakes or granules. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) |
(A) Examine the chromatograms. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is practically insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol (96%) and in light petroleum. When melted, it is miscible with fatty oils, with liquid paraffin and with melted wool fat. |
| 4 | Appearance of Solution | The solution is clear and not more intensely colored than reference solution B6. |
| 5 | Melting point | Between 49°C to 56°C. |
| 6 | Acid Value | Not more than 1.0. |
| 7 | Hydroxyl Value | Between 208 to 228. |
| 8 | Iodine Value | Not more than 2.0. |
| 9 | Saponification Value | Not more than 2.0. |
| 10 | Assay (A) Stearyl alcohol (B) sum of stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol |
(A) Not less than 40.0%. (B) Not less than 90.0%. |
MOLHOL® CETO is packed in HDPE drum or HDPE bag with double PE liners inside having bar-coded label and tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in well-closed containers.
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