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Cetyl palmitate

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Stony corals, which build the coral reefs, contain large amounts of cetyl palmitate wax in their tissues, which may function in part as an antifeedant.

Applications

Cetyl palmitate is used in cosmetics as a thickener and emulsifier.

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