Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Product Name: Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Other Name: AMPHISOL K; Kaliumhexadecylhydrogenphosphat; Cetyl potassium phosphate

CAS No.: 19035-79-1

Chemical Structure:

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Application:

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a phosphate ester surfactant derived from cetyl alcohol and phosphoric acid, neutralized with potassium ions to produce a water-dispersible salt form. The molecule features a long-chain hydrophobic alkyl group combined with a hydrophilic phosphate head group, enabling effective interfacial activity in aqueous and oil-based systems. This amphiphilic structure allows Potassium Cetyl Phosphate to function as an emulsifying and stabilizing agent in complex formulations.

The ingredient is commonly utilized in formulation development where stable oil-in-water emulsions are required. Its ionic nature contributes to improved emulsion stability and compatibility with a wide range of formulation components. Because of its reliable emulsification performance and good compatibility with cosmetic raw materials, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is widely studied and applied in personal care product development, topical formulation research, and specialty chemical applications requiring controlled emulsification behavior. Applications:

1. Cosmetic and Personal Care Emulsifier
   Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is widely used in the formulation of oil-in-water emulsions in skincare and cosmetic products, where stable dispersion of oil phases in aqueous systems is required.

2. Topical Formulation Development
   Applied in laboratory and industrial formulation research for creams, lotions, and sunscreen systems where consistent emulsion stability and ingredient compatibility are important.

3. Surfactant and Emulsion Stability Research
   Used in studies evaluating the performance of phosphate-based surfactants and emulsifiers in multi-phase systems.

4. Specialty Chemical and Formulation Applications
   Incorporated into research and development projects requiring mild surfactant systems or emulsifying agents with predictable performance characteristics.

5. Analytical and Quality Control Applications
   Utilized in analytical laboratories for method development and quality verification of phosphate ester surfactants and related compounds.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Packaging and Shipping:

Packaging: 1kg/ bag, 25kg/ drum or as customer’s required.

Shipping : DHL/ FedEx/ Air shipping/ Ocean shipping

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate Storage:

Please store in a well ventilated, dry place at 2-8 ℃ and avoid direct sunlight.