Cetylic Alcohol
Waxy · CAS 36653-82-4 · 1 supplier
What it smells like
Cetylic alcohol is essentially odourless — a faint, clean, waxy character is perceptible only at close range, with subtle greasy-floral undertones.
At a glance
| Scent family | Waxy |
| CAS number | 36653-82-4 |
| Uses | Solid perfume base, cream fragrance carrier, and cosmetic thickener — not an aromatic material. |
| Longevity | Lasts > 130 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | White Solid |
| INCI name | CETYL ALCOHOL |
| IUPAC name | hexadecan-1-ol |
IFRA usage limits
No IFRA restriction on record for this material. Always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
Where to buy
Available from 1 supplier, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Fraterworks | from $3.95 | View → |
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