Ginol 16 (99%) is a cetyl alcohol that is used in skin care, hair care, and color cosmetics. It is an emollient, conditioner, gloss enhancer, viscosity modifier, re-fatting agent, and thickener.
Chemical formula   C16H34O
Molar mass             242.45 g/mol
Density            1.2613 g/cc
Boiling point           290°C (554°F) at 1 atm
Technical Analysis
Specification        Typical Values
Colour (APHA)          "yellow
CAS NO.                36653-82-4.
Density      60 °C (140 °F):. 0.81
Solubility . (H2O, g/dl) 10.6(30°),14.1(52°),19.0(61°)
 
Ginol 16 (99%) is a cetyl alcohol that's used in cosmetics, hair care, and skin care. It's a bio-based emulsion stabilizer and foaming agent that can help increase shelf life and stability. It's also used in hair dyes and sun care products.