(organic chemistry) The univalent hexadecyl radical C₁₆H₃₃- present in many waxes.

plural of cetyl

(obsolete, organic chemistry) Of, pertaining to, or derived from spermaceti

(organic chemistry) The waxy aliphatic primary alcohol 1-hexadecanol, used in cosmetics etc.

(organic chemistry) The long-chain quaternary ammonium cation C₁₆H₃₃N(CH₃)₃⁺ known as cetrimonium in medical applications

An antiseptic compound used in mouthwashes, toothpastes, etc.

(organic chemistry) The quaternary ammonium cation C₁₆H₃₃N(CH₃)₃⁺

Synonym of cetostearyl

(organic chemistry, pharmacology) A cetyl derivative of the pyridinium cation that is the basis of several cationic disinfectants

(organic chemistry) The long-chain quaternary ammonium cation C₁₆H₃₃N(CH₃CH₂)₃⁺