Description

Hexadecyl Propionate is a high-purity fatty acid ester valued for its excellent emollient properties and stability. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, offering a smooth, non-greasy feel and good oxidative resistance. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries for formulating premium skin care products, conditioners, and lubricants.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a key emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners and hair treatments to impart shine and improve manageability.
• Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a synthetic lubricant base or mold release agent in industrial and food-grade applications.
• Plasticizers: Serves as a secondary plasticizer to improve flexibility and processing of polymers.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a solvent or fixative for delicate aromatic compounds.
• Textile Processing: Used as a softening agent and lubricant for synthetic fibers and yarns.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecyl Propionate
CAS No.	6221-96-1
Molecular Formula	C19H38O2
Molecular Weight	298.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Cetyl Propionate; 1-Hexadecyl Propanoate; n-Hexadecyl Propionate; Palmityl Propionate; Propanoic Acid, Hexadecyl Ester; Cetostearyl Propionate (mixture related); Propionic Acid Cetyl Ester; NSC 403791
EINECS	228-300-5

Quality Control

Our Hexadecyl Propionate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for industrial and cosmetic use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	185 - 195 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.865

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