Description

Cetoleth-6 is a non-ionic surfactant belonging to the alcohol ethoxylate family, derived from cetostearyl alcohol and ethylene oxide. This versatile compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and solubilizing properties in a wide range of industrial formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and textile processing industries seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, ointments, and hair care products, providing stable emulsions and a smooth texture.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an emulsifying agent in topical drug delivery systems, creams, and ointments, aiding in the dispersion of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as a key component in pesticide and herbicide emulsions, enhancing the wetting, spreading, and penetration of active agents on plant surfaces.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a wetting agent, detergent, and emulsifier in scouring, dyeing, and finishing operations for natural and synthetic fibers.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaning: Incorporated into heavy-duty cleaners, degreasers, and detergent blends for its effective surfactant and emulsification properties.
• Metalworking Fluids: Used as an emulsifier in soluble oils and synthetic coolants to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions for machining and grinding operations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cetoleth-6
CAS No.	8065-81-4
Molecular Formula	Mixture (Cetyl/Stearyl Alcohol Ethoxylate)
Molecular Weight	~ 450-550 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	Cetostearyl Alcohol Ethoxylate (6 EO); Polyoxyethylene (6) Cetostearyl Ether; Ceteareth-6; C16-18 Alcohols, Ethoxylated (6 mol EO); PEG-6 Cetostearyl Ether; Ethoxylated Cetyl-Stearyl Alcohol (6 EO); Alkohol C16-18, ethoxyliert (6 EO); Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, mono(2-hexadecylhexadecyl) ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cetoleth-6 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets defined specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Key parameters such as hydroxyl value, ethylene oxide content, and cloud point are verified. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid/paste
Identification (IR)	Complies
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	90 - 110
Cloud Point (1% in water)	40 - 50 °C
pH (1% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Water Content	≤ 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.