Cetearyl Glucoside

Product Details

CasNo： 246159-33-1

Appearance： powder

Delivery Time： 15 days

Packing： 25kg/drum

Purity： 98%

1. Basic Information

• Chinese Name: 鲸蜡硬脂基葡糖苷 (Cetearyl Glucoside)
• English Name: Cetearyl Glucoside
• CAS Number: 246159-33-1
• Synonyms: Cetostearyl Glucoside, Hexadecyl-Octadecyl Glucoside
• Appearance: White powder or white to pale yellowish white flakes
• Molecular Formula: Not available

2. Physicochemical Properties

• Active Substance Content: ≥98%
• Toxicity: Non-toxic, with an LD50 (lethal dose) >5g/kg
• Biodegradability: Fully biodegradable, with complete degradation within 30 days
• Melting Point: 55-60℃
• Solubility: Dispersible in water upon heating; compatible with most oils and surfactants

3. Characteristics and Advantages

• Exceptional Mildness: Exhibits extremely low irritation to skin and eyes, making it suitable for sensitive skin products, baby care formulations, and long-term use applications.
• Moisturizing Capacity: Forms a protective film on the skin’s surface to reduce transepidermal water loss, enhancing the sensory experience and hydration of end products.
• Emulsification Stability: Effectively stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions, extending product shelf life. The natural emulsions produced show excellent performance and stability over a wide temperature range.
• Environmental Friendliness: Easily biodegradable, minimizing environmental impact and aligning with eco-friendly product trends.
• Compatibility: Works well with anionic, cationic, and other non-ionic surfactants, allowing flexible formulation design.

4. Production Methods

• Direct Glycosidation: Under acidic catalysis, cetearyl alcohol (a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols) reacts directly with glucose. Water generated during the reaction is removed promptly to drive the reaction toward glycoside formation.
• Transglycosidation: First, glucose reacts with low-carbon alcohols (e.g., propylene glycol, butanol) to form short-chain glucosides. These then undergo an acetal exchange reaction with cetearyl alcohol to produce cetearyl glucoside, ensuring higher purity and controlled polymerization.

5. Application Fields

• Skin Care Products: Used in facial cleansers and makeup removers as a mild alternative to traditional SLS/SLES surfactants; added to creams and lotions to enhance moisturization and texture.
• Hair and Body Care: Incorporated into shampoos and body washes to reduce irritation while improving foam texture and conditioning effects.
• Household Cleaning: Serves as a core ingredient in eco-friendly detergents and dishwashing liquids, offering effective cleaning with low environmental impact.
• Cosmetics: Functions as a co-emulsifier in foundations, sunscreens, and other leave-on products to improve stability and skin feel.

6. Packaging and Storage

• Packaging: Available in 20kg cartons or 25kg fiber drums.
• Storage Conditions: Store in a sealed container in a well-ventilated, dry area. Avoid prolonged storage above 32℃, excessive heat, or freezing to maintain product integrity.
• Shelf Life: Typically 24 months under proper storage conditions.