WITEPSOL S 55

WITEPSOL S 55 grades contain special additives. 
They are suitable for manufacturing vaginal and rectal preparations, requiring a more intensive wetting of mucosae, a greater dispersability or an enhanced absorption. 
They all contain an ethoxylated emulsifier which makes them suitable for use in aquaeous or ethanolic/aquaeous active ingredients (emulsion suppositories).

CAS:    91744-42-2
EINECS:    294-604-3

Synonyms
Witepsol S, Witepsol S-51, Witepsol S-55, Witepsol S-58, Hydrogenated Coconut Glycerides, Hard Fat Type S, Suppository Base S, Glyceryl Tristearate Type S, Witepsol Suppository Base S, Witepsol Solid Lipid Base S

WITEPSOL S 55 grades are hard fats (hydrogenated vegetable glycerides) enhanced with specific additives—most notably non-ionic ethoxylated emulsifiers (like macrogol cetostearyl ether), plus waxes or glyceryl ricinoleate—for improved wetting, dispersibility, and absorption in aqueous or muco-adhesive formulations.
WITEPSOL S 55 is a common ingredient found in many cosmetic and personal care products, such as lotions, creams, and makeup. 
WITEPSOL S 55 is derived from coconut oil and glycerin, and is often used as an emollient, which means it helps to moisturize and soften the skin. 
WITEPSOL S 55 also help in improving the textures of the final products. 
WITEPSOL S 55 has a creamy, white appearance and is commonly used as a substitute for natural fats in cosmetic products due to its stability and compatibility with other ingredients. 
WITEPSOL S 55 is preferred in cosmetics over Coco-Glycerides because of their longer shelf life and better liquid consistency.
WITEPSOL S 55 is an eco-friendly, oxidative stable, moisturizing vegetable oil that melts rapidly at body temperature to give a soft, luxurious skin feel. 
WITEPSOL S 55 can be used as an alternative to light petrolatum gels and is suitable for fragrance-free formulations.