Palm alcohol

Palm alcohol (CAS 93762-75-5), derived from palm oil fatty acids, is a mixture of long-chain fatty alcohols.

Where is Palm alcohol used?

• Cosmetics and personal care: emulsifier, thickener and conditioning agent in creams, lotions and hair conditioners
• Home care: rheology and spreadability improver in fabric softeners and surface cleaners
• Food-grade systems: emulsification aid and carrier
• Industrial cleaning: foam control and consistency enhancement in liquid detergent concentrates
• It builds viscosity and stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions.

Commercial specifications

• Melting point suited to bulk handling and hot-process manufacturing
• Technical and cosmetic grades
• Packaging: bags, fiber drums, bulk containers