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CETEARETH 12,25

Cosmetic & personal care: Ceteareth 12,25 is used as emulsifier in creams, lotions, serums; solubilizer for fragrances and actives; in hair conditioners, facial cleansers, SPF formulations.
Cleansers and detergents: Ceteareth 12,25 enhances wetting, foam stability, and surfactant mixtures.
Industrial & formulation uses of Ceteareth 12,25: Textile treatment finishes, hydraulic fluids, specialty emulsions.

Ceteareth 25
CAS Number: 68439-49-6
Chem/IUPAC Name: C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated (25 mol EO average molar ratio)

Ceteareth 12
CAS Number: 68439-49-6
Chem/IUPAC Name: C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated (12 mol EO average molar ratio)

SYNONYMS:
Alcohols, C16‑18 ethoxylated (12 mol EO), Alcohols, C16‑18 ethoxylated (25 mol EO), Polyoxyethylene (12) cetyl/stearyl ether, Polyoxyethylene (25) cetyl/stearyl ether, Ceteareth‑n, Cetomacrogol 1000, CETEARETH 12, Alcohols C16-18, ethoxylated, Ceteareth-12, cetearyl alcohol, ethoxylated, polyoxyethylene cetearyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol cetostearyl ether, Polyoxyl 12 Cetostearyl Ether, Polyoxyethylene-12 cetostearyl ether

Ceteareth‑12 and Ceteareth‑25, Ceteareth 12,25, are non‑ionic surfactants/emulsifiers synthesized by reacting cetyl/stearyl alcohols (C16–C18) with ethylene oxide.
Ceteareth 12,25 is widely used to stabilize water/oil systems in cosmetics, detergents, pharmaceuticals, and industrial formulations.

Ceteareth 12 belongs to the group of non-ionic fatty alcohol ethoxylate surfactants, INCI name: Ceteareth-12.
Ceteareth 12 is based on the high molecular weight alcohol of natural origin.
Ceteareth 12 is produced in the form of a soft white wax.

Ceteareth 12 has excellent emulsifying and dispersing properties.
The hydrophilic-lipophilic balance value (HLB) of Ceteareth 12 is 13.5, which puts it in the range of hydrophilic emulsifiers.
Ceteareth 12 is highly soluble in water.

In order to speed up the process of dissolving the product in water, Ceteareth 12 is recommended to use hot water.
Ceteareth 12 is also resistant to hard water and electrolytes while being sensitive to pH changes.
Ceteareth 12 is susceptible to aerobic biodegradation.

Ceteareth 12 is a polyoxyethylene-12 cetostearyl ether, a mixture of ethers cetyl and stearyl alcohols with polyethylene glycol (approximately 12 units long).
Ceteareth 12 is a white waxy semisolid, usually in pieces, with a slight odor.

Ceteareth 12 is dispersible in hot water or ethanol.
Ceteareth 12's solidification point is about 34-37ºC.
Ceteareth 12 is incompatible with iodides, phenolic substances (including parabens, which reduce antimicrobial effectiveness), salicylates, sulfonamides, tannins, benzocaine, tretinoin, and various oxidizers.

Ceteareth 12 is a solid emulsifier for cosmetic formulations.
Ceteareth 12 is a polyethylene glycol ether of Cetearyl Alcohol.
Ceteareth 12 is an ingredient commonly used in cosmetics as an emulsifier, surfactant, and solubilizer.

Ceteareth 12 belongs to the Ceteareth family of compounds, which are derived from the reaction of ethylene oxide with fatty alcohols.
Ceteareth 12 is often used in formulations to help blend and stabilize oil and water phases, allowing for the creation of smooth and uniform products.

Ceteareth 12 is frequently found in skincare products, including creams, lotions, and cleansers.
Ceteareth 12 may also be combined with other ingredients, such as Centella Asiatica extract, to provide additional benefits for the skin.
The chemical formula of Ceteareth 12 is C18H38O, and it is typically in the form of a waxy white solid.

Ceteareth 25 is a non-ionic polyoxyethylene ether of higher saturated fatty alcohols (cetyl/stearyl alcohol).
HLB value of Ceteareth 25 is 16 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).
Ceteareth 25 is universal emulsifier to make o/w emulsions.

Ceteareth 25 is compatible with all kinds of oils & active ingredients.
Ceteareth 25 is very effective protective colloid that stabilizes all kinds of dispersed systems.
Ceteareth 25 can be combined with other emulsifiers.

Ceteareth 25 is optimal use with gel-forming thickeners.
Compared to ceteareth-20, Ceteareth 25 has a bit more gel-forming and thickening properties.
Ceteareth 25 is a non-ionic polyoxyethylene ether of higher saturated fatty alcohols (cetyl/stearyl alcohol).

Ceteareth 25 is available as a white, waxy solid.
Ceteareth 25 is compatible with all kinds of oils & active ingredients, is a very effective protective colloid that stabilizes all kinds of dispersed systems, and can be combined with other emulsifiers, optimal use with gel-forming thickeners.

Compared to Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth 25 has a bit more gel-forming and thickening properties.
Ceteareth 25's chemical formula is C18H38O.

USES and APPLICATIONS of CETEARETH 12,25:
Cosmetic & personal care: Ceteareth 12,25 is used as emulsifier in creams, lotions, serums; solubilizer for fragrances and actives; in hair conditioners, facial cleansers, SPF formulations.
Cleansers and detergents: Ceteareth 12,25 enhances wetting, foam stability, and surfactant mixtures.

Industrial & formulation uses of Ceteareth 12,25: Textile treatment finishes, hydraulic fluids, specialty emulsions.
Application of Ceteareth 12: cosmetics (hair conditioners, balms), colouring cosmetics (hair dyes and colouring cosmetics for the face and body), emulsification of base oils - hydraulic fluids, processing liquids, auxiliary agents for the textile industry, and mulsification of oil substances - anti-foam emulsions.

Ceteareth 12 is an emulsifier and is used to make Oil in Water emulsions.
Ceteareth 12 functions as an emulsifier and wetting agent, that is used in cosmetic and personal care products - hair conditioners, suntans, dyes, colours, etc.

Ceteareth 12 has a wide range of applications, mainly as an oil-in-water emulsifier.
Ceteareth 12 can be used in cosmetic emulsions as well as for industrial applications, including soluble oils, textiles, anti-foam emulsions or hydraulic fluids.

Ceteareth 12 has the ability to emulsify mineral oils and mineral spirits, kerosene, xylene, vegetable and animal fats.
Ceteareth 12 is usually used together with emulsifiers with lower HLB values (e.g. with ROKAnol T6), which improves the stability of the emulsions created.

Ceteareth 25 is used as an emulsifier in oil/water emulsions.
In personal care applications, Ceteareth 12 is a non-ionic universal emulsifier with an HLB value of 13.5.
Ceteareth 12 is widely used in the preparation of topical oil-in-water cosmetic emulsions.

Ceteareth 12 acts also as a surfactant.
Ceteareth 12 is used in O/W creams and lotions.
Recommended use level of Ceteareth 12 is 1-5%.

Ceteareth 12 is used for external use only.
Applications of Ceteareth 12: Emulsions for skin and hair care products.
Ceteareth 12 functions as an O/W-emulsifier.

Ceteareth 12 is suitable for skin care, and depilatory creams.
Ceteareth 12 has the ability to form emulsions while reducing the surface tension.
Ceteareth 12 also serves as a wetting agent.

As an emulsifier Ceteareth 12 will consist of a hydrophilic head and hydrophobic tail.
This allows Ceteareth 12 to reduce the surface tension by putting itself between the water and oil interface and stabilizing it.

Ceteareth 12 is seen as safe in cosmetic products however after evaluation by the CIR Cosmetic Ingredient Review it has been concluded that it should not be used on broken damaged skin as there have been reports that PEG ingredients when applied on damaged skin lead to kidney damage.

Ceteareth 25 is a common ingredient in hair products such as pomades and conditioners.
Ceteareth 25 is a non-ionic polyoxyethylene ether of higher saturated fatty alcohols (cetyl/stearyl alcohol).
Ceteareth 25 comes in white grains or pellets.

HLB value of Ceteareth 25 is 16 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).
Ceteareth 25 dissolves in water & alcohol, to form a colloid solution.
Ceteareth 25’s also used in cosmetics and personal care products such as lotions and creams.

There is no distinct odour.
Ceteareth 25 is great for sprayable lotions, foundations & hair conditioners.
Ceteareth 25 is compatible with all kinds of oils and active ingredients.

Ceteareth 25 is effective protective colloid (a mixture in which one substance consisting of microscopically dispersed insoluble particles is suspended throughout another substance) that stabilizes all kinds of dispersed systems.
Ceteareth 25 is optimal use with gel-forming thickeners.

BENEFITS & CHARACTERISTICS of CETEARETH 12,25:
*Ceteareth 12,25 is non‑ionic surfactants:
gentle, compatible with anionic and cationic components.

*Effective O/W emulsifier:
Ceteareth 12,25 stabilizes oil droplets in water phase.

*Solubilizing agent:
Ceteareth 12,25 incorporates oils, fragrances, extracts into aqueous basis.
Ceteareth 12,25 improves foam quality and enhances wetting properties.

Ceteareth 12,25 is used thickening/rheology modifier especially at higher EO (Ceteareth‑25).
Ceteareth 12,25 is used resistant to water hardness and electrolytes; stable under varied pH conditions.
Ceteareth 12,25 is biodegradable under aerobic conditions (converted to CO₂ and biomass).

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of CETEARETH 12,25:
*Appearance & Physical State
Ceteareth 12 iss a white to off‑white waxy solid resembling soft wax at room temperature.

*Melting Point
Approx. 40–46 °C for both grades.

*Solubility
Ceteareth 12 is water-soluble (especially when warmed), alcohol‑soluble, and soluble in many organic solvents like acetone or toluene.

*HLB & Emulsification Properties
Ceteareth 12: HLB ~13.5 (ideal for oil-in-water emulsions).

*Ceteareth 25:
Higher EO content → more hydrophilic, stronger thickening/emulsifying/solubilizing effects.

*Typical pH and Viscosity
Ceteareth 12 (5% aqueous suspension): pH ~5.0–7.0; low viscosity.

*Ceteareth 25:
similar pH, enhanced rheological impact.

WHAT CETEARETH-12 USED FOR?
Ceteareth 12 finds various uses in cosmetics due to its versatile properties.
Ceteareth 12 serves as an effective emulsifier, allowing oil and water-based ingredients to blend seamlessly in formulations such as creams, lotions, and serums.

By stabilizing the emulsion, Ceteareth 12 helps maintain the product's consistency and prevents separation.
As a surfactant, Ceteareth 12 enhances the cleansing ability of cosmetic products like cleansers and shampoos by helping to remove dirt and oils from the skin and hair.

Ceteareth 12 can also act as a solubilizer, aiding in the dispersal of insoluble ingredients in water-based formulations.
Its multifunctional nature makes Ceteareth 12 a valuable ingredient for creating stable, effective, and well-formulated cosmetic products.

ORIGIN of CETEARETH-12:
Ceteareth 12 is produced through the ethoxylation process, where ethylene oxide is reacted with a fatty alcohol (such as cetyl alcohol).
This reaction leads to the formation of the Ceteareth 12 compound.
The resulting product is then purified and used as an ingredient in cosmetics for Ceteareth 12's emulsifying and surfactant properties.

WHAT DOES CETEARETH-12 DO IN A FORMULATION?
*EMULSIFYING
*SURFACTANT

Ceteareth 12 is considered safe for use in cosmetics when used in accordance with recommended concentrations.
Ceteareth 12 has a low toxicity profile and is generally well-tolerated by the skin.
However, like any cosmetic ingredient, individual sensitivities may vary.
Ceteareth 12 is advisable to conduct patch tests and discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur.

CETEARETH-12 ALTERNATIVES:
*POLYSORBATE 20
*STEARETH-20
*GLYCERYL STEARATE

PROPERTIES AND APPLICATIONS of CETEARETH-12
Product advantages:
*dispersing, emulsifying properties,
*moderate foaming,
*resistance to hard water and electrolytes,
*universal emulsifier type O / W.

WHAT IS IT?
Ceteareths (Ceteareth-2, Ceteareth-3, Ceteareth-4, Ceteareth-5, Ceteareth-6, Ceteareth-7, Ceteareth-8, Ceteareth-9, Ceteareth-10, Ceteareth-11, Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-13, Ceteareth-14, Ceteareth-15, Ceteareth-16, Ceteareth-17, Ceteareth-18, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-22, Ceteareth-23, Ceteareth-24, Ceteareth-25, Ceteareth-27, Ceteareth-28, Ceteareth-29, Ceteareth-30, Ceteareth-33, Ceteareth-34, Ceteareth-40, Ceteareth-50, Ceteareth-55, Ceteareth-60, Ceteareth-80, Ceteareth-100) are liquids to waxy solids.

In cosmetics and personal care products, Ceteareth ingredients are used in skin care products, moisturizers, hair conditioners, suntan and indoor tanning products and hair dyes, colors, and tints.

WHY IS IT USED?
Ceteareth-2 to -18, and Ceteareth-22, help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.
Ceteareth-22 is also used to decrease the thickness of liquid cosmetics and personal care products.
Ceteareth-20 to -40 help other ingredients to dissolve in a solvent in which they would not normally dissolve, and along with Ceteareths-50 to -100, clean the skin and hair by helping water to mix with oil and dirt so that these substances can be rinsed away.

SCIENTIFIC FACTS:
Ceteareths are made from cetearyl alcohol, which is a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohol, and ethylene oxide.
The numerical value represents the average number of molecules of ethylene oxide added to generate the specific Ceteareth ingredient.
For example, Ceteareth-2 is made by reacting Cetearyl Alcohol with an average of 2 molecules of ethylene oxide.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of CETEARETH 12,25:
CETEARETH 12
Melting Point: 40-46°C
pH: 5.0-7.0
Solubility: Soluble in water
Viscosity: Low
CAS Number: 68439-49-6
Chem/IUPAC Name: C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated (12 mol EO average molar ratio)

CETEARETH 25
Boiling Point: 330–400 °C (at 101 kPa)
Density: 0.87 g/cm³ (at 21 °C)
Vapor Pressure: 0–5 Pa (at 20 °C)
Flash Point: 243 °C
Storage Temperature: Store at room temperature, keep dry and cool
Solubility: H₂O: 1 g/10 mL, clear, colorless
Form: Crystals
Color: White to off-white
Odor: At 100.00 %, mild waxy
LogP: 5.91–8.43 (at 22–25 °C, pH 5.25–7)

Surface Tension: 67.5 mN/m (at 6.6 mg/L and 25 °C)
EWG’s Food Scores: 1–3
FDA UNII: CETEARETH-30 (1R9DCZ5FOX), CETEARETH-5 (2AAD28764Q), CETEARETH-80 (0A92O98YL9),
CETEARETH-22 (28VZG1E234), CETEARETH-6 (2RJS3559D3)
EPA Substance Registry System: Ethoxylated C16-18 alcohols (68439-49-6)
Cosmetics Info: Ceteareth-25
UNSPSC Code: 12162002
NACRES: NA.23
CAS Number: 68439-49-6
Chem/IUPAC Name: C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated (25 mol EO average molar ratio)

FIRST AID MEASURES of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of CETEARETH 12,25:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available