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Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl Alcohol
Price: £7.85
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On Shelf - Approx. UK delivery date: Wednesday the 17th September 2025*
In bulk stock - ships within 10 - 12 Working Days (Excluding weekends and public holidays)
4 to 6 weeks approx. (Not guaranteed)
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Unfortunately, we are not currently accepting orders for Northern Ireland.

We can only ship to the following postcodes where a Royal Mail postal option has been chosen at checkout.

AB, DD, DG3, DG4, DG6 - DG9, EH, FK, G, HS, IM, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO30 - PO41, TD, TR21 - TR25, ZE

* We will always try to ship as early as possible. Delivery could be much quicker than stated but is not guaranteed

Cetyl alcohol, also known as 1-hexadecanol and palmityl alcohol, is a common ingredient in a variety of personal care products and cosmetics. It is derived from vegetable oils such as palm or coconut oil.

  • Appearance Crystalline powder. Colour White.
  • Odour Not known.
  • Melting point 49-51°C/120.2-123.8°F
  • Initial boiling point and range 190°C/374°F @ 20 hpa - Lit Flash point 170°C/338°F
  • Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Upper flammable/explosive limit: 8% (V) : 1% (V) Vapour pressure
  • Vapour density 8.37 (Air = 1.0)
  • Relative density 0.805 g/cm3 at 60°C/140°F
  • Solubility(ies) Insoluble in water.
  • Partition coefficient log Pow: 6.73 at 25°C/77°F
  • Decomposition Temperature No information available.

Hazard Phrases: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prec Phrases: Dispose of contents/container to Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Collect spillage. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.

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Cas No: 36653-82-4
Einecs No: 36653-82-4

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