ALFOL® 16 ALCOHOL PSTL
INCI: Cetyl Alcohol
Overview
Sasol Chemicals ALFOL 16 NF (FLK) Alcohol is high purity, petrochemical-based 1-hexadecanol. ALFOL 16 NF (FLK) Alcohol is classified as readily biodegradable in standard ready biodegradability tests. Sasol Chemicals ALFOL alcohols are physically and chemically equivalent to corresponding oleochemical-based alcohols derived from such sources as coconut oil or palm oil. Solid white pastilles with sweet odor.
- Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
- Mild
- Soluble in a Wide Range of Solvents
- Moisturizing
- Smooth Feel
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Oil phase
Oil-soluble — combined with other lipids and heated with the oil phase.
Functional role
Emollient — improves slip, cushion, and skin feel.
Pairs well with
- A primary emulsifier
- A co-emollient for varied skin feel
- An antioxidant to protect oils
Handling watch-outs
- Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.
Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.
- Supplier
- Sasol
- CAS
- 112-72-1, 112-92-5, 36653-82-4
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