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Cetyl alcohol - stearyl alcohol mixture

Synonym(s):

Alcohol cetylis et stearylicus

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UNSPSC Code:
12352100
NACRES:
NA.22

Agency

USP/NF
tested according to Ph. Eur.

General description

Cetearyl alcohol is a combination of cetyl and stearyl fatty alcohols. It acts as an emulsion stabilizer, foam stabilizer, opacifying agent, and viscosity-increasing ingredient in both aqueous and nonaqueous solutions.

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - STOT SE 3

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 3

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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