Description

Behenic Acid Palmityl Ester Crystalline is a high-purity, saturated fatty acid ester derived from natural sources. This compound serves as a versatile and stable emollient and consistency regulator, prized for its ability to enhance texture and performance in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty lubricants industries for its excellent skin feel, non-greasy character, and thermal stability.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and thickener in creams, lotions, lipsticks, and deodorant sticks, providing a smooth, velvety after-feel.
• Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners and styling products to impart gloss, manageability, and a lubricating film without heaviness.
• Pharmaceutical Ointments & Creams: Serves as a non-irritating base or consistency agent in topical drug delivery systems.
• Specialty Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a bio-based component in synthetic lubricants, mold release agents, and plastic processing aids.
• Food-Grade Lubricants & Coatings: Employed where incidental food contact is possible, leveraging its purity and stability.
• Textile & Fiber Processing: Used as a softening agent and lubricant for synthetic fibers and yarns.

Basic Information

Product Name	Behenic Acid Palmityl Ester Crystalline
CAS No.	42233-11-4
Molecular Formula	C38H76O2
Molecular Weight	564.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Docosanoic acid, hexadecyl ester; Palmityl Behenate; Cetyl Behenate; Hexadecyl Docosanoate; Behenyl Palmitate (common trade name); n-Hexadecyl n-Docosanoate; Behenic Acid Cetyl Ester; Kemester® 5522 (potential trade name)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Behenic Acid Palmityl Ester Crystalline is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, melting point, acid value, and saponification value are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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	White to off-white crystalline solid / flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC or HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	60 - 65 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	95 - 105 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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