Description

3,5-Dimethyl-1-(2-Methylpropyl)Hexyl Palmitate is a branched-chain fatty acid ester derived from palmitic acid, offering unique physical and solubility properties compared to its linear counterparts. This specialized chemical structure makes it a valuable intermediate and functional ingredient for demanding industrial and cosmetic formulations. It is particularly sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, lubricant, and specialty chemical sectors seeking enhanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing a non-greasy feel and improved spreadability.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Serves as a synthetic base oil or additive, contributing to excellent low-temperature fluidity, oxidation stability, and lubricity in specialty lubricants.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Used as a secondary plasticizer or processing aid to improve the flexibility and low-temperature performance of various polymers and elastomers.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the production of more complex esters, surfactants, and other specialty chemicals.
• Textile & Fiber Processing: Functions as a softening agent and lubricant for synthetic fibers and yarns during manufacturing processes.
• Industrial Coatings & Inks: Utilized as a leveling agent or viscosity modifier to enhance the application properties and final finish of coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethyl-1-(2-Methylpropyl)Hexyl Palmitate
CAS No.	68784-90-7
Molecular Formula	C27H54O2
Molecular Weight	410.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecanoic acid, 3,5-dimethyl-1-(2-methylpropyl)hexyl ester; Isohexadecyl Palmitate; 2-Octyldodecyl Palmitate (common trade name); Palmitic Acid, 3,5-Dimethyl-1-(2-Methylpropyl)Hexyl Ester; 3,5-Dimethyl-1-(2-methylpropyl)hexyl hexadecanoate; EINECS 272-208-7; Branched C16 Alkyl Palmitate
EINECS	272-208-7

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethyl-1-(2-Methylpropyl)Hexyl Palmitate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with agreed specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	130 - 140 mg KOH/g
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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