Cetyl Alcohol 1698

Cetyl Alcohol 1698 is an industrial-grade compound that is commonly used for the preparation of cosmetic and personal care products. This compound is mainly found in lotions, conditioners, body creams, and shampoos. It can be used as a consistency agent and an emollient. The molecular weight of this solid compound lies between 238 to 249 grams per mol that depends on the length of the hydrocarbon chain. It is available in its purest form with purity of up to 100 percent. Cetyl Alcohol 1698 has a flash point of 175 degrees Celsius and starts to boil at a temperature of 305 degrees Celsius.