Ceteth 10 phosphate

Ceteth-10 Phosphate (CAS 50643-20-4), also known as 2-hexadecoxyethyl dihydrogen phosphate, is an anionic phosphate ester surfactant derived from cetyl alcohol ethoxylate.

Where is Ceteth 10 phosphate used?

• Personal care: oil-in-water emulsion stabilizer in creams, lotions and conditioning products
• Textile processing: scouring and degreasing agent that removes oils and sizing agents from fiber surfaces before dyeing or finishing
• Coatings and adhesives: pigment dispersion aid and emulsion stabilizer
• Leather processing: facilitates uniform penetration of treatment agents and improves surface wetting
• It also contributes mild cleansing performance through its phosphate head group.

Commercial specifications

• Cosmetic grade meets purity requirements for leave-on and rinse-off personal care
• Bulk supply in drums and IBCs