Ceteareth-20 is a nonionic emulsifier derived from ethoxylated cetostearyl alcohol. It stabilises oil-in-water emulsions in cosmetic creams and lotions. The material takes the form of white to off-white waxy flakes. Recorded grades are pharma, Ph. Eur. and cosmetic. Packaging formats include 25 kg bags, 500 kg big bags and bulk. Cosmetic use is subject to the applicable cosmetic-ingredient conditions.