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PPG-11 Stearyl Ether

CAS 68155-01-1

A propoxylated stearyl ether that delivers rich emolliency and slip to creams and lotions. PPG-11 stearyl ether (CAS 68155-01-1) is a propoxylated stearyl (C18) fatty alcohol used in personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

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CAS Number
68155-01-1
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
CETOLETH-6
SURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Skin care: Emollient and skin-conditioning agent
  • Hair care: Conditioning agent
  • Cosmetic formulating: Co-emulsifier and texture modifier
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
68155-01-1
INCI Name
CETOLETH-6
Synonyms & Trade Names
PPG-11 Stearyl Ether Stearyl PPG-11 Ether
Full Description

PPG-11 stearyl ether (CAS 68155-01-1) is a propoxylated stearyl (C18) fatty alcohol used in personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PPG-11 stearyl ether?

PPG-11 stearyl ether (CAS 68155-01-1) is a propoxylated stearyl (C18) fatty alcohol used in personal-care formulations as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

What is PPG-11 stearyl ether used for?

Formulators use it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in skin care, as a conditioning agent in hair care, and as a co-emulsifier and texture modifier in cosmetic formulating. It is supplied as a raw material to cosmetic manufacturers.

Is PPG the same as propylene glycol?

No. PPG (polypropylene glycol) is a polymer of propylene-oxide units, while propylene glycol is the small two-carbon diol monomer. PPG-11 stearyl ether is a propoxylated fatty alcohol, distinct from propylene glycol. Specify by CAS 68155-01-1 to avoid substitution.

What is the difference between PPG-11 stearyl ether and the parent stearyl alcohol?

Stearyl alcohol is the C18 fatty alcohol; PPG-11 stearyl ether is that alcohol propoxylated with about eleven propylene-oxide units, which alters its emolliency and solubility for formulation. Identity data appear on the CoA per lot.

What packaging is available for bulk supply?

We supply PPG-11 stearyl ether to formulators in industrial packaging such as drums and pails, with a CoA and SDS per lot. Request a quote with your target volume and packaging preference for current bulk pricing.

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