Our Ceteareth 25 surfactant is a nonionic surfactant prepared from cetyl-stearyl alcohol and 20 moles of ethylene oxide. Ceteareth-25 Can be mixed with mineral, vegetable or synthetic fats and oils. HLB value 16.27 (gives oil-in-water emulsions). Provides exceptionally stable emulsions. Compared to ceteareth-20, ceteareth-25 has a bit more gel-forming and thickening properties. Moreover, we cannot stress this enough safety is a must! Therefore we always recommend keeping a first aid kit nearby. You are working with hot water and oils, accidents can happen, so always be prepare! Quality and Regulatory Compliance: Maintaining the quality and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards is crucial when using Ceteareth-25 in cosmetic formulations. Emulsion Stability: Ceteareth-25 is known for its capacity to produce exceptionally stable emulsions.