About this product
Ceto Stearyl Alcohol — also written cetostearyl alcohol, cetearyl alcohol or cetyl stearyl alcohol, CAS 67762-27-0 — is a C16-C18 fatty alcohol blend supplied in flake form to IP/BP grade. Buyers use it as an emollient, thickener and emulsion stabiliser in cream, lotion and ointment bases, and as a fatty alcohol feedstock where a defined hydroxyl value is specified. We stock it as GINOL 1618 TA from Godrej Industries Limited in 25 kg printed paper bags at our Redhills, Chennai warehouse and dispatch across South India.
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Product DataTechnical Specifications
Physical Properties
- Appearance
- Flakes (colour 10 APHA max)
- Assay
- C16 (Cetyl) 25–35 %; C18 (Stearyl) 60–70 %
- Density
- 0.8050–0.8150 g/cc at 60 °C
- Melting Point
- 50–54 °C (solidification point)
Supply & Packaging
- Packaging
- 25 kg printed paper bags (flakes)
- Grades Available
- C16-C18 fatty alcohol, IP/BP gradeGINOL 1618 TA
- Origin
- Domestic — Godrej Industries Limited, Valia plant, Bharuch, Gujarat
Compliance & Storage
- HS Code
- 3823 70 00
- Hazard Class
- Non-hazardous solid — not DOT/IMDG regulated
- Storage
- Store in original sealed packaging away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep tightly closed and protected from moisture.
These specs are indicative. Request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for batch-specific values.
Source Manufacturers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is cetostearyl alcohol used for?
Cetostearyl alcohol (Ceto Stearyl Alcohol) is a blend of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) fatty alcohols, supplied as flakes to IP/BP grade. It is used as an emollient, thickener and emulsion stabiliser in cream, lotion and ointment bases, and as a fatty alcohol feedstock where a hydroxyl value of 205–220 mg KOH/g is specified.
What is the CAS number and HSN code for ceto stearyl alcohol?
The CAS number is 67762-27-0 and the HSN code is 3823 70 00. It is also listed as cetearyl alcohol or cetyl stearyl alcohol.
What is the difference between ceto stearyl alcohol and cetyl alcohol?
Ceto stearyl alcohol is a blend: 25–35 % C16 (cetyl) and 60–70 % C18 (stearyl), with a solidification point of 50–54 °C. Cetyl alcohol is the single C16 fatty alcohol and carries its own CAS number. We stock both.
What grade and specifications do you supply ceto stearyl alcohol to?
We supply C16-C18 fatty alcohol, IP/BP grade, under the manufacturer designation GINOL 1618 TA from Godrej Industries Limited (Valia plant, Bharuch, Gujarat). Key values: hydroxyl value 205–220 mg KOH/g, acid value 0.20 mg KOH/g max, iodine value 0.30 g I2/100g max, saponification value 0.50 mg KOH/g max, moisture 0.20 % by wt max, colour 10 APHA max, density 0.8050–0.8150 g/cc at 60 °C. These values are taken from the manufacturer's batch Certificate of Analysis.
Can I buy ceto stearyl alcohol in Chennai, and what packaging is available?
Yes. We hold stock in 25 kg printed paper bags (flakes) at our Redhills, Chennai warehouse and dispatch across South India; our office is in Periyamet, Chennai. Order sizes depend on packaging and current stock — call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096 for a quote.
Is a TDS or MSDS available for ceto stearyl alcohol?
Yes. A downloadable TDS (document SPC-TDS-FAT-001) and SDS/MSDS are both available on this page. The material is a non-hazardous solid and is not DOT/IMDG regulated; store it in original sealed packaging away from heat and direct sunlight, tightly closed and protected from moisture.
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