Description

Icosyl Hexadecenoate is a high-purity fatty acid ester derived from palmitoleic acid, serving as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient. Its specific molecular structure provides excellent emolliency and stability, making it a valuable component in advanced formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty lubricant industries seeking high-performance, bio-based raw materials.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Used as a synthetic ester base stock or additive to enhance lubricity and thermal stability in specialty lubricants.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a potential carrier or penetration enhancer in topical drug delivery systems.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for the production of more complex esters, surfactants, or polymer precursors.
• Specialty Plasticizers: Can be employed as a secondary plasticizer to improve flexibility and low-temperature performance in certain polymer applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Icosyl Hexadecenoate
CAS No.	93882-43-0
Molecular Formula	C36H70O2
Molecular Weight	534.9 g/mol
Synonyms	Eicosyl Palmitoleate; (Z)-Icosyl Hexadec-9-enoate; 9-Hexadecenoic Acid, Icosyl Ester; Cetyloleic Acid Eicosyl Ester; Palmitoleic Acid Eicosyl Ester; Eicosenyl Palmitoleate (isomeric mixture); Fatty Acid Ester C36:1; Icosyl (Z)-9-Hexadecenoate
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Quality Control

Our Icosyl Hexadecenoate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding industrial and cosmetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

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
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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