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Ginol 16 (95%) is a cosmetic chemical that’s also known as cetyl alcohol, 1-hexadecanol, and palmityl alcohol. It’s used in skin care, hair and body care, and color cosmetics. Ginol 16 (95%) is an emollient, conditioner, gloss enhancer, viscosity modifier, re-fatting agent, and thickener. It’s a solid organic compound with the chemical formula CH3(CH2)15OH. At room temperature, it’s a waxy white solid or flakes.
Chemical formula CH3(CH2)15OH
Molar mass 92.09 g/mol
Density 0.805–0.815 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) at 60°C (140°F).
Boiling point 305–330°CTechnical Analysis
Specification Typical Values
Colour (APHA) White
CAS NO. 36653-82-4
Solubility . water-soluble
Ginol 16 (95%)
arbon Chain Distribution by GLC (%)
C12 C14 C16 C18 0.2 Max 2.0 Max 95.0 Min 5.0 Max Appearance Fused / Flakes / Pastilles Hydrocarbons (% BY WT) 0.7 Max Moisture (% BY WT) 0.10 Max (Fused) 0.15 Max (Flakes / Pastilles) Acid Value 0.10 Max Saponification Value 0.20 Max Iodine Value 0.20 Max Avg. Molecular Weight 238 – 249 Hydroxyl Value 225 – 235 Solidification Range (°C) 46 – 49 Flash Point (°C) Ca 180 Density (GMS/CC) @ 60 °C 0.805 – 0.815 Colour (APHA) 10 Max Boiling Range (°C) 305 – 330
