Description
Product Description
Tridecyl Alcohol (TDA‑10) is a high‑purity, versatile fatty alcohol widely used in skin care, hair care, home care, surfactant systems, emulsions, and multiple cosmetic formulations. It functions as an emollient, co‑emulsifier, viscosity enhancer, spreading agent, and solubilizer. TDA‑10 improves texture, enhances stability, and boosts the performance of creams, lotions, conditioners, liquid detergents, and specialty blends.
It is also suitable for DIY formulators, cosmetic brands, personal care manufacturers, and home‑care product makers, subject to proper handling and regulatory compliance.
Chemical Information
- Chemical Name (Common): Tridecyl Alcohol
- IUPAC Name: Tridecan‑1‑ol
- Other Names: TDA‑10, C13 Fatty Alcohol, C13 Primary Alcohol
- INCI Name: Tridecyl Alcohol
- Molecular Formula: C13H28O
- CAS Number: 112‑70‑9
- Purity: ≥ 99%
- Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy liquid
- Odor: Mild fatty odor
- Density (25 °C): ~0.83 g/cm³
- Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in oils and organic solvents
Features & Benefits
- Acts as emollient, co‑emulsifier, and solubilizer
- Improves spreadability and skin feel
- Enhances viscosity and product stability
- Boosts performance in surfactant and detergent systems
- Suitable for both rinse‑off and leave‑on formulations
- Multi‑purpose: skincare, haircare, home‑care
Uses & Applications
- Skin care: lotions, creams, balms
- Hair care: conditioners, masks
- Surfactant blends & detergents
- Cleansing products & emulsions
- Home care formulations
Suggested Formulation Uses (Examples)
- Lotions & creams: 1–5% as co‑emulsifier/emollient
- Conditioners: 0.5–3% for slip & conditioning
- Surfactant blends: 1–10% for performance boost
- Home‑care blends: 1–5% depending on system
Storage
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
- Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Warnings
- Avoid eye and prolonged skin contact.
- Not for ingestion.
- Use PPE during handling.
Safety & Handling Summary
Use gloves, goggles, and adequate ventilation. Refer to SDS for complete handling guidance.
Technical Support
Cleansol offers formulation guidance for professional users.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: The typical data is only for reference. Users must verify suitability and comply with regulatory requirements before use. Cleansol assumes no liability for misuse.
Professional Use Declaration
By purchasing this product, I confirm it is for my professional and commercial use only. I accept full responsibility for safe handling, storage and disposal.
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