Cetyl Alcohol is a C16 fatty alcohol supplied as white flakes or pellets. It is used as an emollient, thickener and co-emulsifier.
- Cosmetics: Thickener and emollient in creams, lotions and conditioners.
- Pharmaceuticals: Ointment base.
- Surfactants: Raw material for ethoxylates and sulfates.
- Lubricants: Additive in lubricants.