CETEARETH-23

CETEARETH-23 is a very versatile emulsifier.
CETEARETH-23 is an oil-in-water emulsifier that is used for the production of ointments, creams, liquid emulsions, gels and other cosmetic formulations. 
CETEARETH-23 is supplied in the form of free-flowing, non-dusting micro-granules, and is an efficient protective colloid that can increase the stability of dispersed systems.

CAS Number: 68439-49-6
Molecular Formula: C18H38O
Molecular Weight: 0
EINECS Number: 939-518-5

Synonyms: Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated, Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated, (E)-18-ethoxyoctadec-3-ene, Alcohols C16-18, ethoxylated, Alcohols, C16-18 (even numbered), ethoxylated (1 - 2.5 moles EO), Alcohols, C16-18 ethoxylated, Alcohols, C16-18, 2EO, ALCOHOLS, C16-18, ETHOXYLATED, Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated, Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated (CTS) (MAN), ALCOHOLS, C16-18, ETHOXYLATED (EO=6, 11 + 20), Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated, 5-20 EO, Alkyl alcohol ethoxylate, alpha-(C16-C18 Alkyl) omega-Hydroxy Poly(EO), C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated, C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated (6 mol EO average molar ratio), C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated(?), C16~18 fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene ether, CSA 06, CSA 11, CSA 20, CSA 25, CSA 30, CSA 80, Ethoxtlated fatty alcohol, Fatty alcohol ethoxylate, Polyethylene cetostearyl ether, Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated, Alcools en C16-18 éthoxylés, Alfol 1618 + 14 EO; 14-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Alfonic 1618-46, Alfonic 1618-62, Alfonic 1618-80, Alkohole, C16-18, ethoxyliert, Alkyl polyglycol ether C16-18 with EO, Alkyl Polyglykolether C16-18 mit EO, Atlas G-4822; 12-EO, Berol 07, Berol TVM 065; 10-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, BF 4324; 20-EO, C16-18 alcohols, ethoxylated, C16-18 alcs., ethoxylated, C16-18 fatty alcs., ethoxylated, C16-18 Fettalkohol + 50 EO; 50-EO, C16-18, ethoxylated alcs., C16/18-Fettalkohol + 14 EO; 14-EO, C16/18-Fettalkohol + 6 EO; 6-EO, Cemulsol DB, Ceteareth, Ceteareth 20, Ceteareth 20 (INCI), Ceteareth Series, Ceteareth-10, Ceteareth-10 (INCI), Ceteareth-100, Ceteareth-100 (INCI), Ceteareth-11, Ceteareth-11 (INCI), Ceteareth-12, Ceteareth-12 (INCI), Ceteareth-13, Ceteareth-13 (INCI), Dehydol PTA 23; 25-EO, DEHYDOL PTA 40; 40-EO, Dehydol PTA 80/E; 25-EO, Dispercoll U VP KA 8758; 2-EO, DISPONIL 21 GESCH; 20-EO, Disponil 21 Geschuppt; 20-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Disponil 21; 20-EO, Disponil B 1; 12-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Disponil B 2; 20-EO, DISPONIL B 3 GESCH; 30-EO, Disponil B 3 geschuppt; 30-EO, Disponil B 3; 30-EO, EMPILAN K M 20; 20-EO, Empilan KM 11, Empilan KM 15, Empilan KM 20, Empilan KM 25; 25-EO, Emulgator E 2209; 30-EO, Emulgin B 1, Emulgin B2, Ethal CSA 10, Ethal CSA 17, Ethoxylated alcohols, C16-18, Ethoxylated C16-18 alcs., Ethoxylated cetostearyl alcohol, Eumulgin, EUMULGIN 535; 6-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Eumulgin B 1, EUMULGIN B 1 FEST; 12-EO, EUMULGIN B 1 FL.; 12-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, EUMULGIN B 1 U; 12-EO, Eumulgin B 1 Vorprodukt; 12-EO, Eumulgin B 1; 12-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Eumulgin B 2, EUMULGIN B 2 GESCHUPPT; 20-EO; 98% Active Matter; active substance, EUMULGIN B 2 U GESCHUPPT; 20-EO, EUMULGIN B 2 U W; 20-EO, EUMULGIN B 2 U; 20-EO, Eumulgin B 2 Vorprodukt; 20-EO, Eumulgin B 2; 20-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Eumulgin B 3, Eumulgin B 3 flaked; 30-EO, EUMULGIN B 3 FLS; 30-EO, Eumulgin B 3 gesch.; 30-EO, Eumulgin B 3 geschuppt; 30-EO, EUMULGIN B 3 U; 30-EO, Eumulgin B 3 Vorprodukt; 30-EO, EUMULGIN B 3; 30-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, EUMULGIN B-2 FLAKES; 20-EO, EUMULGIN B2 FLAKED; 20-EO, Eumulgin C 1000, Eumulgin C 700, Eumulgin CS 3, Eumulgin CS 6; 6-EO, Eumulgin D 2; 2-EO, Eumulgin KJ-10, F 568; 20-EO, FA + 12 EO, C16-18; 12-EO, FA + 14 EO, Talg C16-18; 14-EO, FA + 20 EO, C16-18; 20-EO, FA + 25 EO, C16-18; 25-EO, FA + 30 EO, C16-18; 30-EO, FA + 5 EO, Talg C16-18; 5-EO, FA + 50 EO, C16-18 (gemahlen); 50-EO, FA + 6 EO, C16-18; 6-EO, FA + 80 EO, Talg; 80-EO, FA, C16-18, + 8 EO; 8-EO, FA-C16-18 + EO, FA-C16-18, ethoxylated, FA-C16-18, ethoxyliert, FAEO C16-18 + 10EO (NRE); 10-EO (NRE), FAEO C16-18 + 10EO; 10-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 11EO; 11-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 12EO; 12-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 13EO; 13-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 14EO; 14-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 15EO; 15-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 16EO; 16-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 20EO; 20-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 25EO; 25-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 26EO; 26-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 2EO; 2-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 30EO; 30-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 33EO; 33-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 3EO; 3-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 40EO; 40-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 4EO; 4-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 50EO; 50-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 5EO; 5-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 6EO; 6-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 80EO; 80-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 8EO; 8-EO, FAEO C16-18 + 9EO; 9-EO, FAEO C16-18 + nEO; n-EO, Fatty alcs., C16-18, ethoxylated, Fettalkohol+3-EO; 3-EO, Fettalkohol-C16/18-30 EO, Fettalkohole, C16-18 + EO, Fettalkohole, C16-18, ethoxyliert, Findet 1618 A 72 P; 60-EO, G 3816, Genapol T 080; 8-EO, GENAPOL T 110 FLS; 11-EO, Genapol T 110; 11-EO, Genapol T 250 P; 25-EO, Genapol T 250; 25-EO, Genapol T 500 gemahlen; 50-EO, Genapol T 500 P; 50-EO, Genapol T 500; 50-EO, Genapol T-250 Pulver; 25-EO, Genapol T-500 Pulver; 50-EO, Genapol T-800; 80-EO, GENAPOL TP 1653 M-2, Hostacerin T 3, Hydrenol D + 10 EO (NRE); 10-EO (NRE); 100% Active Matter; active substance, Hydrenol D + 10 EO; 10-EO; 100% Active Matter; active substance, Imbentin AG 168/060, Imbentin AG 168/090, Imbentin AG 168/200, Imbentin AG 168S030, Imbentin AG 168S110, Imbentin AG 168S300, INTERMEDIO KJ-73; 20-EO, INTERMEDIO KJ-74; 30-EO, CETEARETH-6, 68439-49-6, BRIJ CS6, CETEARETH 6, CETEARETH 6 [VANDF], CETEARETH-6 [INCI], MACROGOL 6 CETOSTEARYL ETHER, PEG-6 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 300 CETYL/STEARYL ETHER, PROCOL CS-6, 2RJS3559D3

CETEARETH-23 is a type of ethoxylated fatty alcohol, belonging to the broader family of ceteareth compounds, which are made by reacting a mixture of cetyl alcohol (C16) and stearyl alcohol (C18) with approximately 23 units of ethylene oxide. 
This process produces a nonionic surfactant that is widely used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations because of its excellent emulsifying and solubilizing properties.
CETEARETH-23 is mainly used to help oil and water mix together, making it an effective emulsifier and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and other personal care products. 

CETEARETH-23 is particularly valued for creating smooth, stable emulsions with a light skin feel. 
Its relatively high ethoxylation level (23 moles of EO) makes it more hydrophilic, which means it is especially effective in oil-in-water emulsions.
CETEARETH-23 are poly condensation products of ethylene glycol, or polymerisation products of ethylene oxide. 

The number added to the name refers to the mean number of ethylene oxide units in the substance. 
The consistency of the PEG derivatives is increasingly solid with a growing degree of polymerisation. 
PEGs with a mean molar mass of up to 600 g/mol are liquid, up to 1,000 g/mol wax-like and from 4,000 g/mol solid wax-like substances. 

By mixing solid and liquid components, products of a creamy consistency are obtained which are used as water-free and water rinse-off bases. 
With growing molar mass water solubility and hygroscopicity (ability to absorb moisture) of the polyethylene glycols decrease.
CETEARETH-23 is chemical formula is C18H38O.

CETEARETH-23 is a fatty alcohol that functions as an emulsifier and surfactant in cosmetics. 
CETEARETH-23 may be plant- or animal-derived or made synthetically (Paula’s Choice Skincare uses the synthetic and plant-derived types).
The INCI names ceteareth-n (where n is a number) refer to polyoxyethylene ethers of a mixture of high molecular mass saturated fatty alcohols, mainly cetyl alcohol (m = 15) and stearyl alcohol (m = 17). 

The number n indicates the average number of ethylene oxide residues in the polyoxyethylene chain.
CETEARETH-23 is apart of a non-ionic surfactant range - ethoxylated alcohol derivatives - which can be used in different applications due to its wide range of properties: detergent effect, foaming power, wetting effect, dispersing power, emulsifying and solubilizing effect.
CETEARETH-23 also helps to keep ingredients soluble within a formula, allowing them to remain dispersed evenly throughout an emulsion.

CETEARETH-23 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.
CETEARETH-23 is a nonionic emulsifier that is the 25-mole ethoxylate of a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols. 
CETEARETH-23 is used as an emulsifier in oil/water emulsions. 

CETEARETH-23 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. 
CETEARETH-23 is a fatty alcohol that functions as an emulsifier and surfactant in cosmetics. 
CETEARETH-23 also helps to keep ingredients soluble within a formula, allowing them to remain dispersed evenly throughout an emulsion.

CETEARETH-23 is a non-ionic emulsifier obtained by addition of natural saturated fatty alcohol and ethylene oxide.
CETEARETH-23 plays a role in maintaining the stability of the formulation, preventing ingredients from separating or undergoing undesirable changes over time.
In many formulations, CETEARETH-23 is used in combination with other emulsifiers to achieve the desired texture and stability. 

This allows formulators to tailor the properties of the product to meet specific requirements.
CETEARETH-23 is commonly used in cosmetic and personal care products that adhere to industry standards for stability, safety, and performance. 
CETEARETH-23 is favored for its versatility and compatibility with a wide range of other cosmetic ingredients.

The versatility of CETEARETH-23 makes it suitable for both rinse-off and leave-on products.
CETEARETH-23 may be found in shampoos (rinse-off) as well as in creams or lotions (leave-on).
CETEARETH-23 and Ceteareth-20 is a cosmetic raw material, with decontamination and emulsifying capacity.

CETEARETH-23 a nonionic emulsifier, suitable to obtain O/W cream and lotions,also can be used in hair conditioning products, anti-perspirants.
CETEARETH-23 is universal emulsifier to make o/w emulsions.
CETEARETH-23 is compatible with all kinds of oils & active ingredients.

CETEARETH-23 is very effective protective colloid that stabilizes all kinds of dispersed systems.
CETEARETH-23 is an emulsifying agent that is found in a range of skin care and hair care products. 

CETEARETH-23s special properties help to keep skin and hair smooth, soft, and supple. 
CETEARETH-23 appears white in color and is an odorless compound that attracts both oil and water, thus keeping the formulations together and stabilizing them. 
Additionally, it works well with almost all the other ingredients and is safe for all skin types.

Boiling point: 330-400℃ at 101kPa
Density: 0.87g/cm3 at 21℃
vapor pressure: 0-5Pa at 20℃
Flash point: 243℃
solubility: H2O: 1 g/10 mL, clear, colorless
form: Notspecified
Odor: at 100.00?%. mild waxy
LogP: 5.91-8.43 at 22-25℃ and pH5.25-7
Surface tension: 67.5mN/m at 6.6mg/L and 25℃
EWG's Food Scores: 1-3

CETEARETH-23 is a free-flowing, non-dusting microbead with an HLB of 15-17.
CETEARETH-23 dissolves in water and alcohol to form a colloid or a clear solution. 
CETEARETH-23 is soluble in vegetable and mineral fats and oils, as well as with fatty alcohols, fatty acids, mono- and di- stearates, and with polyethylene glycols.

CETEARETH-23 can appear as a white, waxy solid or flakes, and it is typically soluble in water to a certain degree, depending on formulation. 
In cosmetics, it is often combined with lower-EO ceteareths or other surfactants to fine-tune the texture, viscosity, and stability of the final product.
From a regulatory and safety perspective, CETEARETH-23 is generally considered safe for topical use in rinse-off and leave-on products, although, like other ethoxylated alcohols, it should not be applied to damaged or broken skin due to the potential presence of trace impurities such as 1,4-dioxane, which must be carefully removed during manufacturing.

CETEARETH-23 is part of the ceteareth series, which are named according to the average number of ethylene oxide (EO) units attached to a mixture of cetyl (C16) and stearyl (C18) alcohols. 
In the case of CETEARETH-23, the "23" refers to an average of 23 EO groups. 
The high degree of ethoxylation makes the molecule strongly hydrophilic, meaning it has a much greater attraction to water compared to lower-numbered ceteareths such as Ceteareth-6 or Ceteareth-12.

CETEARETH-23 can be used as an emulsifier for the manufacture of oil-in-water emulsion preparations. 
CETEARETH-23 can be used with a wide range of polarities, preferably in combination with Ceteareth-6 (and) Stearyl Alcohol to produce creams or lotions. 
CETEARETH-23 is typically used at 1-5%.

CETEARETH-23 is a surfactant made from cetearyl alcohol, which can be derived from animals (not used by ecostore), synthetically produced, or made from plants oils such as coconut and palm. 
CETEARETH-23 is a derivative based on renewable vegetable raw materials and is used mainly in cosmetic and detergent applications.
CETEARETH-23 is a very efficient protective colloid and can increase the stability of dispersed systems.

CETEARETH-23 forms gel-like, brushable hydrates with water
CETEARETH-23 is a non-ionic polyoxyethylene ether of higher saturated fatty alcohols (cetyl/stearyl alcohol).  
CETEARETH-23 is available as a white, waxy solid.

CETEARETH-23 is used as an emulsifier in oil/water emulsions.
CETEARETH-23 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.

Ceteareth-23 is a versatile nonionic surfactant that excels in stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions and enhancing the solubility of oily ingredients in water-based systems. 
Its high ethoxylation level makes it especially valuable in light, non-greasy formulations, particularly in skincare and haircare products.

Uses Of CETEARETH-23:
Ceteareth-23 is widely used in skincare formulations such as moisturizers, body lotions, facial creams, and sunscreens because it helps create a stable oil-in-water emulsion. 
This means it allows oils, waxes, and water to blend together into a uniform and smooth product, preventing the separation of phases over time and giving the final cosmetic a pleasant, consistent texture.
Thanks to its high ethoxylation (23 units of ethylene oxide), CETEARETH-23 has a strong affinity for water, which makes it highly effective in dispersing oils, essential oils, and fragrances into aqueous systems. 

This property is particularly useful in shampoos, conditioners, and serums, where the presence of fragrances or active lipophilic ingredients would otherwise cause cloudiness or separation if not properly solubilized.
Beyond just forming emulsions, CETEARETH-23 also serves as a stabilizer that protects formulations against breakdown caused by temperature changes or long-term storage. 
For example, a face cream containing plant oils and water may naturally tend to separate over weeks or months, but the addition of CETEARETH-233 helps maintain stability, viscosity, and a uniform appearance.

CETEARETH-23 is sometimes used in medicated topical preparations, where its role is to improve the spreadability, absorption, and patient acceptability of ointments and creams.
A pharmaceutical cream containing an active ingredient can be applied more evenly and comfortably on the skin when CETEARETH-23 is included, because it provides a smooth and non-greasy finish.
This ingredient is also found in conditioners, hair masks, and styling creams, where it not only stabilizes the emulsion but also enhances the sensory feel of the product on hair, making it lighter, easier to distribute, and less oily compared to emulsions without it. 

Additionally, its solubilizing action helps evenly distribute conditioning oils and silicone derivatives within the water phase of a formulation.
Because of its ability to keep water and oil combined in a stable form, CETEARETH-23 is especially valuable in sunscreens and anti-aging creams that require the incorporation of both lipid-soluble UV filters or active ingredients and water-soluble compounds like humectants. 
The result is a more effective, elegant formulation that delivers protection or active agents consistently across the skin.

In addition to leave-on cosmetics, CETEARETH-23 is sometimes used in liquid cleansers, body washes, or makeup removers, where it acts as a co-surfactant and solubilizer that helps disperse oils, dirt, and makeup residues into water so they can be rinsed away more easily.
CETEARETH-23 helps blend water and oil-based ingredients in cosmetic formulations, preventing them from separating. 
This property is crucial in the production of creams, lotions, and other emulsion-based products.

CETEARETH-23 is often found in the formulation of creams and lotions, where the goal is to create a stable and well-textured product that combines the benefits of both water and oil components. 
CETEARETH-23 is commonly found in various skin care products, including cleansers, moisturizers, and serums. 
CETEARETH-23 contributes to the formulation's stability, texture, and ease of application on the skin.

CETEARETH-23 can be present in a wide range of cosmetic formulations, contributing to the overall sensory experience of the product, such as its smoothness, spreadability, and absorption.
CETEARETH-23 can be used as a wetting agent in the textile industry.
CETEARETH-23 can be used as a component of emulsifiers in the pesticide industry.

CETEARETH-23 is used in the printing and dyeing industry as a leveling agent, retarding agent. 
CETEARETH-23 makes the color firm, bright and beautiful.
CETEARETH-23 is often part of a broader mixture of emulsifiers and surfactants within a cosmetic formulation. 

CETEARETH-23 is widely used in creams and lotions, foundation and sunscreens.
CETEARETH-23 is used as a solubilizing agent, emulsifier, cleansing agent, and surfactant in personal care.

CETEARETH-23 is primarily used as an emulsifying agent. 
CETEARETH-23 is a polymer used in cosmetics formulations. 

Safety Profile Of CETEARETH-23:
CETEARETH-23 is produced through ethoxylation, a process that involves treating fatty alcohols with ethylene oxide. 
While CETEARETH-23 is considered to be a mild and non-irritating emulsifier, individuals with sensitive skin may still experience irritation.
CETEARETH-23's advisable to perform a patch test before using products containing this ingredient extensively, especially for those with known sensitivities.

Avoid contact with eyes, as CETEARETH-23, like many surfactants, may cause eye irritation. 
On healthy, intact skin, CETEARETH-23 is usually well tolerated. 
However, when applied to broken, inflamed, or sensitive skin, it can increase the penetration of impurities or other chemicals, which may lead to irritation, redness, or stinging. 

This is why cosmetic safety assessors recommend avoiding its use in products intended for infants, eczema-prone individuals, or applications on compromised skin barriers.
Like many surfactants, CETEARETH-23 can act as a mild irritant, particularly at higher concentrations. 
In patch tests, it has been shown to cause low-level irritation in some individuals, though it is generally regarded as less irritating than ionic surfactants (such as sulfates). 

If the concentration is too high in a formula, users may experience dryness, itching, or mild burning sensations.
In industrial settings, when CETEARETH-23 is handled as a powder, flakes, or dust, it may cause mechanical irritation to the respiratory system if inhaled. 

Workers are usually advised to wear masks or protective equipment to avoid inhaling airborne particles. 
However, in finished consumer products (lotions, creams, shampoos), this risk is minimal or absent.