Description

Zinc Isohexadecanoate is a versatile metal soap derived from isohexadecanoic acid, offering excellent hydrophobic and lubricating properties. This compound is valued for its role as a stabilizer and release agent in high-performance polymer formulations. It serves as a critical functional additive for manufacturers in the plastics, coatings, and personal care industries seeking to enhance product durability and processing characteristics. Zinc Isohexadecanoate CAS NO 76940-61-9 provides a reliable solution for applications requiring thermal stability and water resistance.

Application

• Polymer & Plastics Additive: Acts as a heat stabilizer and lubricant in PVC and other thermoplastic processing to prevent degradation and improve mold release.
• Coatings & Paints: Functions as a flatting agent and dispersant to improve texture, matting, and pigment suspension in industrial and decorative coatings.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a viscosity modifier and opacifying agent in creams, lotions, and makeup formulations.
• Rubber Industry: Serves as an activator and processing aid in rubber compounding to enhance vulcanization and extrusion properties.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Imparts water repellency and improves the rheological properties of adhesive and sealant products.
• Metalworking Fluids: Employed as a corrosion inhibitor and lubricant additive in cutting oils and drawing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Isohexadecanoate
CAS No.	76940-61-9
Molecular Formula	C32H62O4Zn
Molecular Weight	584.2 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc 14-Methylpentadecanoate; Zinc Isopalmitate; Isohexadecanoic Acid, Zinc Salt; Zinc Salt of Isohexadecanoic Acid; Zinc 2-Hexyldecanoate; Zinc 2-Octyloctanoate; Zinc 14-Methylpentadecylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zinc Isohexadecanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, heavy metal screening, and loss on drying, to meet exacting industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and key specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Zn Content)	10.5 - 11.5 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Acid Value	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details

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