Description

Isohexyl Palmitate is a high-purity ester derived from palmitic acid and isohexyl alcohol, valued for its excellent emollient and solvent properties. This compound serves as a versatile and effective ingredient, offering superior skin feel, low viscosity, and good oxidative stability. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries for formulating premium skin creams, lotions, sunscreens, and topical ointments.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Emollient: A key ingredient in skin creams, lotions, and body butters for its non-greasy, silky-smooth texture and excellent spreadability.
• Sunscreen & SPF Formulations: Acts as a solvent and carrier for UV filters, enhancing product homogeneity and skin adherence.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a base or penetration enhancer in ointments, gels, and medicated creams for dermal delivery.
• Hair Care Products: Incorporated into conditioners, serums, and hair oils to impart shine, reduce frizz, and improve combability.
• Makeup Products: Functions in foundations, lipsticks, and mascaras to improve pigment dispersion, application smoothness, and wear comfort.
• Industrial Lubricants & Release Agents: Serves as a bio-based component in specialized lubricants and mold release formulations for plastics and rubber.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isohexyl Palmitate
CAS No.	55194-91-7
Molecular Formula	C22H44O2
Molecular Weight	340.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexyl Isohexyl Palmitate; Palmitic Acid Isohexyl Ester; Isohexyl Hexadecanoate; 3-Methylpentyl Palmitate; 4-Methylpentyl Palmitate; Isohexyl n-Hexadecanoate; JEESTATE IHP
EINECS	259-527-1

Quality Control

Our Isohexyl 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) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles 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	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	160 - 170 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.444 - 1.448
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.850 - 0.860

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