Description

Sitosteryl Palmitate is a high-purity, plant-derived ester formed from sitosterol and palmitic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emollient, stabilizing, and texturizing properties in advanced formulations. It serves as a critical functional ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking natural and effective excipients.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a premium emollient and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, lipsticks, and sunscreens, providing a smooth, non-greasy feel.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a tablet lubricant, binder, or a component in topical ointments and suppository bases for controlled release.
• Nutraceuticals: Employed as a carrier or stabilizer in fat-soluble vitamin formulations and phytosterol-based dietary supplements.
• Food Industry: Functions as an emulsifier and texturizing agent in certain food-grade applications, contributing to product stability.
• Industrial Applications: Serves as a lubricant and release agent in specialized polymer processing and chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sitosteryl Palmitate
CAS No.	2308-85-2
Molecular Formula	C45H80O2
Molecular Weight	653.1 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Sitosteryl palmitate; Stigmast-5-en-3β-ol palmitate; 24-Ethylcholest-5-en-3β-yl hexadecanoate; Phytosteryl palmitate; Sitosterol palmitate; Palmitic acid, sitosteryl ester; (3β)-Stigmast-5-en-3-yl hexadecanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Sitosteryl Palmitate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and related substances are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 1.0%

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