Description

Ethyl Hexadecanoate is a high-purity fatty acid ester, specifically the ethyl ester of palmitic acid. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient valued for its stability and hydrophobic properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable raw materials for product formulation and synthesis.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an effective emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, and lipsticks.
• Lubricant & Plasticizer: Used as a synthetic lubricant base stock and a bio-based plasticizer in polymer processing.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a flavoring agent or fragrance component due to its mild, waxy odor profile.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softening agent and water-repellent finish in textile and leather treatment.
• Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Hexadecanoate
CAS No.	628-97-7
Molecular Formula	C18H36O2
Molecular Weight	284.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl Palmitate; Palmitic Acid Ethyl Ester; Hexadecanoic Acid, Ethyl Ester; Cetyl Ethanoate; Ethyl n-Hexadecanoate; NSC 8880; UNII-4956QGN8K3; Ethyl Cetate
EINECS	211-058-3

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Hexadecanoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure it meets precise purity and identity specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, appearance, and key physical properties 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 liquid or white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I2/100g
Water Content	≤ 0.1%

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