Description

2-Methoxyethyl Palmitate is a high-purity fatty acid ester derived from palmitic acid and 2-methoxyethanol. This compound serves as a versatile emollient, solvent, and coupling agent, prized for its excellent solvency and skin-feel properties. It is a critical ingredient for formulators in the cosmetics, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking stable, high-performance raw materials.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a solvent and penetration enhancer in ointments and transdermal drug delivery systems.
• Industrial Lubricants & Additives: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive component due to its lubricity and thermal stability.
• Plasticizer: Imparts flexibility and workability to polymers and resins in specialized applications.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of more complex esters and specialty surfactants.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber and leather treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methoxyethyl Palmitate
CAS No.	111-07-9
Molecular Formula	C19H38O3
Molecular Weight	314.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitic Acid 2-Methoxyethyl Ester; Ethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether Palmitate; 2-Methoxyethyl Hexadecanoate; Methoxyethyl Palmitate; PEG-1 Methyl Ether Palmitate; Hexadecanoic Acid, 2-Methoxyethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-Methoxy-, 1-Hexadecanoate
EINECS	203-829-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Methoxyethyl Palmitate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity specifications and is suitable for demanding applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and key physical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	175 - 185 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.444 - 1.448
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.