Description

Hexadecanoate CAS NO 69646-00-0 is a versatile chemical ester widely utilized as an intermediate and functional additive in industrial synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a building block for surfactants, lubricants, and specialty polymers, offering manufacturers a reliable and consistent raw material. This product is essential for industries including personal care, agrochemicals, and plastics, where precise chemical intermediates are required for formulation and production.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants and emulsifiers for detergents and cleaning products.
• Used in the formulation of plasticizers and stabilizers for PVC and other polymer systems.
• Acts as a lubricant additive and viscosity modifier in industrial oils and greases.
• Employed as a raw material in the production of agrochemicals, such as pesticide and herbicide formulations.
• Serves as an emollient and carrier in cosmetic and personal care product formulations.
• Functions as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Used in the manufacture of specialty esters for food-grade and industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanoate
CAS No.	69646-00-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Palmitate; Cetyl Palmitate; Hexadecyl Hexadecanoate; Palmityl Palmitate; Cetostearyl Palmitate; 1-Hexadecanol, hexadecanoate; Cetyl ester of palmitic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hexadecanoate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis, to meet the specifications required for industrial and specialty applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its properties, this material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere when specified for sensitive applications. Keep away from strong alkalis and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid / flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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