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FSS CETETH-20

FSS CETETH-20

SKU FSSR00095-2OZ

Ceteth-20 is a mild, versatile emulsifier that helps create stable, fine-textured oil-in-water emulsions, maintains performance across a broad pH range, and enhances the viscosity, texture, and sensory feel of lotions and creams when used with appropriate co-emulsifiers and fatty alcohols.

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Description

FSS CETETH-20

FSS Ceteth-20, when formulated with low-HLB co-emulsifiers, is an effective emulsifier that helps create fine-textured, uniform oil-in-water emulsions, contributing to stable and aesthetically pleasing products. It demonstrates excellent chemical stability across a broad pH range. In addition to its formulation benefits, it has a mild skin profile that makes it suitable for products designed for sensitive skin. When used alongside fatty alcohols, it also helps build viscosity and improve the body, texture, and overall sensory feel of lotions, creams, and other emulsion-based products.

Benefits:

Surfactant

Emulsifier

Enhances product texture

Specifications

INCI Nomenclature:
Ceteth-20
Appearance:
White Waxy Flakes
Solubility:
Oil Soluble
Suggested Use Levels:
2.0 – 7.0%, formulation dependent
Suggested Applications:
Lotions, Creams, Deodorants, Aftershave, Bath preps
pH Stability in Formulations:
3 to 10
Formulating Guidelines:
Typically melted into the oil phase for oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions, usually heated to around 70–75°C until completely liquid.
Odor:
Characteristic
Shelf Life:
12 months from date of manufacture.
Storage:
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 32°C. Based on stability studies, the optimum storage temperature for maximization of shelf life is 23 - 25°C. However, it may be stored at temperatures between 16 and 32°C if such specific temperature control is not available. Do not freeze.

All products sold are cosmetic grade; External Use Only; Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations Only.

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