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Germany, the United States, and China are the leading exporters of Cetearyl alcohol, collectively accounting for over 45% of global exports in 2023–2024, while India, South Korea, and Brazil represent the largest importers by value. Cetearyl alcohol prices have remained relatively stable amid steady demand from cosmetics and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors. Export volumes from Germany and the U.S. increased modestly year-on-year, while Indian imports rose by approximately 12% in 2024, reflecting expanding domestic formulation capacity.
Cetearyl alcohol is a white, waxy solid at room temperature with a faint, characteristic fatty odor and low volatility. It is a mixture of cetyl (hexadecanol) and stearyl (octadecanol) alcohols, classified as a fatty alcohol and organic chemical intermediate. Primarily used as an emulsifier, thickener, and co-emollient in personal care and pharmaceutical formulations, it serves as a key raw material in the production of surfactants, esters, and other derivatives. Its main application areas include cosmetics, topical pharmaceuticals, and industrial lubricants—where it contributes to viscosity control, stability, and skin-feel enhancement.
cetearyl alcohol (cetostearyl alcohol) is an emulsifying and stabilizing wax produced from the reduction of plant oils and natural waxes. Also used as an emollient and to give high viscosity to a finished product. Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols consisting primarily of cetyl and stearyl alcohols.
White or pale yellow, wax-like mass, plates, flakes or granules
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is Cetostearyl alcohol and Cetostearyl alcohol SDS information.
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