BASF LANETTE 18

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BASF LANETTE 18 Specification

Product Type
Non-ionic Emulsifier

Packaging Size
25 kg

Packaging Type
Bag

Box Capacity
25 kg

Shape
Solid Flakes

Fragrance
Odorless

Usage & Applications
Emulsifier for creams, lotions, and cosmetic formulations

Shelf Life
2 years

Weight
25 kg

Color
White

pH Stability Range
4 - 9

Appearance
White, waxy solid

Purity
95%

CAS Number
112-92-5

Chemical Name
Stearyl Alcohol

INCI Name
Stearyl Alcohol

Solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol, chloroform, ether

Storage Instructions
Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place

Melting Range
56-59 C

About BASF LANETTE 18

Lanette 18 is a stearyl alcohol that is used for viscosity regulation in cosmetic oil-in-water emulsions, on account of its consistency giving characteristics. It is a white to light yellowish hydrophilic wax that is supplied in pellets or flakes. This product has a hydrocarbon content of max. 0.5%, a hydroxyl value of 205-210, and a solidification point of 55-58C.

Versatile Application in Cosmetics

LANETTE 18 is widely used as a co-emulsifier and thickener in creams, lotions, and personal care products, helping to achieve smooth, stable, and uniformly textured formulations. With its excellent compatibility across different cosmetic systems, it improves product stability and enhances texture, making it a valuable choice for formulators.

Outstanding Physical and Chemical Stability

This product remains stable in pH ranges of 49 and offers a consistent melting range between 5659 C, ensuring reliability during manufacturing and storage. Its high purity ( 95%) and odorless nature make it ideal for sensitive skin products and high standards required in personal care lines.

Safe Handling and Convenient Packaging

Supplied as white, solid flakes in 25 kg bags or boxes, LANETTE 18 is simple to handle and store. The products two-year shelf life, alongside clear storage guidelines (cool, dry, and tightly sealed), ensures both safety and prolonged usability for distributors, wholesalers, and manufacturers.

FAQs of BASF LANETTE 18:

Q: How is BASF LANETTE 18 used in cosmetic manufacturing?

A: LANETTE 18 serves as an emulsifier and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, and other cosmetic products. It is typically added to the oil phase of formulations, where it aids in blending oil and water components to form a stable, smooth emulsion.

Q: What benefits does LANETTE 18 provide in formulations?

A: LANETTE 18 contributes to improved emulsion stability, enhances the texture, and imparts a velvety feel to cosmetics. Its high purity and inert, odorless profile make it suitable for sensitive skin and sophisticated product designs.

Q: When should LANETTE 18 be added during formulation?

A: The product is generally added to the oil phase and melted with other oil-soluble ingredients before emulsification. This ensures even distribution and optimal performance in the final product.

Q: Where should BASF LANETTE 18 be stored for best results?

A: LANETTE 18 should be stored in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry place to maintain its quality and extend its shelf life up to two years.

Q: What is the process for incorporating LANETTE 18 into a cream or lotion?

A: LANETTE 18 flakes are weighed as required, melted with the oil phase at elevated temperatures, and mixed with the aqueous phase under agitation to create a uniform emulsion. Cooling then sets the products final texture.

Q: How does LANETTE 18 differ from water-soluble ingredients in formulation?

A: Being insoluble in water but soluble in alcohol, chloroform, and ether, LANETTE 18 acts as an effective emulsion stabilizer rather than a water-phase ingredient, offering unique thickening and stabilizing properties for oil-based systems.

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