Description

Palmitic Acid Benzyl Ester is a high-purity organic ester compound, also known as benzyl palmitate. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its emollient properties and chemical stability. It is primarily utilized in the personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries for formulating high-performance products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a key emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, lipsticks, and sunscreens.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a lubricant, binder, or matrix component in tablet manufacturing and topical drug delivery systems.
• Plasticizer & Lubricant: Functions as a secondary plasticizer and internal lubricant in polymer processing and specialty coatings.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a solvent or fixative for perfumes and aromatic compounds due to its low volatility.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a protected intermediate or building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Industrial Additive: Used in specialty greases, release agents, and textile finishing agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Palmitic Acid Benzyl Ester
CAS No.	41755-60-6
Molecular Formula	C23H38O2
Molecular Weight	346.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl Palmitate; Benzyl Hexadecanoate; Palmitic Acid Benzyl Ester; Hexadecanoic Acid Phenylmethyl Ester; Benzyl Cetyl Ester; NSC 403697; Benzyl n-Hexadecanoate; Palmitic Acid, Benzyl Ester
EINECS	255-515-9

Quality Control

Our Palmitic Acid Benzyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are provided with every shipment. We can supply grades suitable for cosmetic (INCI compliant), pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	27 - 31 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	155 - 165 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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