Cetearyl Alcohol
✓ EU AllowedAlso known as: Cetearyl Alcohol (Lanette D), CESTOPAL 1618 30/70 SC
Identification
CAS Number 67762-27-0
EINECS / EC 267-008-6
CosIng Ref 75132
Chemical Name Alcohols,C16-18,
Formula C34H72O2
Mol. Weight 512.9 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Emollient
Secondary Functions Emulsifying, Thickener
Origin Natural
Category Oils & Butters
Manufacturer BASF SE
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
1 / 10
Comedogenic Rating: 2/5
Low-moderate risk — use caution if acne-prone
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ~ Use Caution
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL 2000 mg/kg bw/day (oral, rat, 90-day) CIR Expert Panel 2008. Int J Toxicol. 27(Suppl 1):1-11.
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
Dermal Absorption 1%
LD₅₀ Oral >5000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
Usage Level 0.5% – 10%
pH Stability 5 – ?
Solubility insoluble
Benefits Emulsifier; emollient; viscosity agent
Suppliers & Documents
BASF SE 🇩🇪 Germany
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