Hexadecyl palmitate

Hexadecyl palmitate

• CAS Number: 540-10-3
• UNSPSC Description: Hexadecyl palmitate is an organic compound commonly used in the cosmetic industry as an emollient, thickener and skin conditioning agent. Cetyl palmitate is derived from a mixture of cetyl alcohol (a fatty alcohol) and palmitic acid (a saturated fatty acid). It is often used in skin care products such as moisturizers, lotions, and creams to improve their texture and Helps them glide smoothly on the skin. In addition to its use in cosmetics, cetyl palmitate is used in other industries including pharmaceuticals, food additives and lubricants. Overall, it's considered safe for use in personal care products, but like any other ingredient, it may cause irritation or an allergic reaction in some people.
• Target Antigen: Biochemical Assay Reagents
• Type: Biochemical Assay Reagents
• Related Pathways: Others
• Field of Research: Others
• Assay Protocol: https://www.medchemexpress.com/hexadecyl-palmitate.html
• Purity: 98.0
• Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
• Smiles: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(OCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O
• Molecular Weight: 480.86
• Shipping Conditions: Room Temperature
• Storage Conditions: -20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
• Clinical Information: No Development Reported