ALFOL® 1618CG ALCOHOL
INCI: Cetearyl Alcohol
Overview
Sasol Chemicals ALFOL 1618 Alcohol is a high purity, petrochemical-based mixture of cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. ALFOL 1618 Alcohol is white in appearance with a sweet pungent odor. ALFOL 1618 Alcohol is classified as readily biodegradable in standard ready biodegradability tests. Sasol Chemicals ALFOL Alcohols are physically and chemically equivalent to corresponding oleochemical-based alcohols derived from such sources as coconut oil or palm oil. Solid. Nearly colorless liquid when melted.
- Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
- Emollient
- Suitable for O/W Systems
- Suitable for W/O Systems
- Viscosity builder
- Smooth Feel
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Oil phase
Oil-soluble — combined with other lipids and heated with the oil phase.
Functional role
Emollient — improves slip, cushion, and skin feel.
Pairs well with
- A primary emulsifier
- A co-emollient for varied skin feel
- An antioxidant to protect oils
Handling watch-outs
- Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.
Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.
- Supplier
- Sasol
- CAS
- 112-72-1, 112-92-5, 36653-82-4, 629-96-9
Test ALFOL® 1618CG ALCOHOL in your next formula
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Specialty active — pricing varies by volume and grade
All orders are reviewed by our sourcing team. Final pricing, lead time, and documentation (CoA, SDS) are confirmed before fulfillment.