Description

3-Methylbutyl Palmitate is a high-purity ester compound, also known as isoamyl palmitate, valued for its excellent emollient properties and stability. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, offering a smooth, non-greasy feel and good oxidative resistance. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and lubricant industries for formulating premium products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a key emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Lubricant & Metalworking Fluids: Used as a synthetic base oil or additive component due to its good lubricity and thermal stability.
• Plasticizer & Polymer Additive: Functions as a secondary plasticizer or processing aid in select polymer systems to improve flexibility.
• Flavor & Fragrance Carrier: Serves as a solvent or fixative in the production of perfumes and flavor concentrates.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber treatments and leather finishing.
• Industrial Cleaning & Degreasing: Utilized as a component in specialty cleaning formulations for its solvent properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylbutyl Palmitate
CAS No.	81974-61-0
Molecular Formula	C21H42O2
Molecular Weight	326.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Isoamyl Palmitate; Palmitic Acid 3-Methylbutyl Ester; Isopentyl Palmitate; Palmitic Acid Isopentyl Ester; 3-Methylbutyl Hexadecanoate; Isoamyl Hexadecanoate; Isopentyl Hexadecanoate
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylbutyl Palmitate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

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
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	165 - 175 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.443 - 1.447
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.