Description

Palmitoleic Acid Lauryl Ester is a high-purity fatty acid ester derived from palmitoleic acid and lauryl alcohol. This compound is valued for its excellent emollient properties, stability, and ability to act as a carrier or base for active ingredients in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries for creating premium skin care products, lubricants, and specialty chemical intermediates.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Serves as a key emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a penetration enhancer and excipient in ointments and transdermal delivery systems.
• Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a bio-based lubricant or mold release agent in industrial and food-grade applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for producing more complex esters, surfactants, and specialty polymers.
• Hair Care Products: Imparts shine and manageability as a conditioning agent in shampoos and hair treatments.
• Specialty Cleaners & Polishes: Provides lubricity and gloss in high-end automotive and furniture care products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Palmitoleic Acid Lauryl Ester
CAS No.	108321-49-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₅₄O₂
Molecular Weight	422.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauryl Palmitoleate; Dodecyl (Z)-9-Hexadecenoate; 9-Hexadecenoic Acid, Dodecyl Ester, (Z)-; Palmitoleic Acid Dodecyl Ester; cis-9-Hexadecenoic Acid Lauryl Ester; Lauryl cis-9-Hexadecenoate; ω-7 Fatty Acid Lauryl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Palmitoleic Acid Lauryl Ester is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed against stringent in-house specifications, which typically include identity confirmation, assay, and impurity profile checks. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and open flames to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	125 - 140 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	55 - 75 g I₂/100g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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