Potassium Cetyl Phosphate – Anionic O/W Emulsifier for Sun Care & Sensitive Skin
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (CAS 19035-79-1): an EO-free anionic O/W emulsifier for mild, stable, silky sun-care, facial and baby-care emulsions.
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Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Overview
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is an anionic oil-in-water emulsifier that forms a lamellar liquid crystal structure and can emulsify a high oil load at low use levels. It is popular for sun-care emulsions, sensitive-skin creams and baby care, and tolerates ethanol and electrolytes.
Key Benefits
- ✔ EO-free anionic emulsifier
- ✔ High oil-phase emulsifying capacity
- ✔ Compatible with ethanol and electrolytes
- ✔ Mild skin feel, suitable for SPF emulsions
Applications
- Sunscreen lotions
- Sensitive-skin and baby creams
- Facial lotions, primers and makeup
- Hand creams
- Cleansing milks and masks
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Specifications
| INCI name | Potassium Cetyl Phosphate |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 19035-79-1 |
| Molecular formula | C16H34KO4P |
| Appearance | White to off-white fine powder |
| Cetyl alcohol | ≤2.0% |
| Potassium | 7.0–12.0% |
| HLB | 9–10 |
| Stable pH range | 4–9 |
Formulation Guidance
Recommended use level
0.3–1.0% as a co-emulsifier; ≥1.3% as a primary emulsifier, typically with co-emulsifiers.
Processing tips
Disperse in hot water to a slightly turbid solution, then combine with the remaining water phase. It can be added to the water or oil phase; a warm water phase is preferred. Higher concentrations may give a slight milky look.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potassium Cetyl Phosphate used for?
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is used in sunscreen lotions; sensitive-skin and baby creams; facial lotions, primers and makeup; hand creams.
How should Potassium Cetyl Phosphate be added to a formula?
Disperse in hot water to a slightly turbid solution, then combine with the remaining water phase. It can be added to the water or oil phase; a warm water phase is preferred. Higher concentrations may give a slight milky look.
What documents can I request?
Technical data sheet (TDS), safety data sheet (SDS), a recent certificate of analysis (COA) and samples are available on request.
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Potassium Cetyl Phosphate – Anionic O/W Emulsifier for Sun Care & Sensitive Skin
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (CAS 19035-79-1): an EO-free anionic O/W emulsifier for mild, stable, silky sun-care, facial and baby-care emulsions.
- INCI Name: Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
- CAS No.: 19035-79-1
- Function: O/W emulsifier
- Appearance: White to off-white fine powder
- Recommended Use Level: 0.3–1.0% (co-emulsifier)