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Ginol 16 (98%) is a cosmetic chemical that is used in skin care, hair and body care, and color cosmetics. It is also known as cetyl alcohol, 1-hexadecanol, and palmityl alcohol.

Chemical formula    C16H34O
Molar mass             242.45 g/mol
Density           0.81 at 60 °C (140 °F)
Boiling point           305–330°C (581–626°F).

Technical Analysis

Specification        Typical Values
Colour (APHA)          yellow
CAS NO.                36653-82-4
Density  0.81 at 60 °C (140 °F)
Solubility .insoluble in water but soluble in alcohols and oils

Ginol 16 (98%) is a chemical made of cetyl alcohol, which is used in a variety of applications.

Ginol 16 (98%)

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  • Carbon Chain Distribution by GLC (%)

    C12 C14 C16 C18
    0.2 Max 1.0 Max 98.0 Min 2.0 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 0.05 Max
    Saponification Value 0.20 Max
    Iodine Value 0.20 Max
    Avg. Molecular Weight 238 – 246
    Hydroxyl Value 228 – 235
    Solidification Range (°C) 47 – 50
    Flash Point (°C) Ca 175
    Density (GMS/CC) @ 60 °C 0.805 – 0.815
    Colour (APHA) 10 Max
    Boiling Range (°C) 305 – 325

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