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2-Ethylhexyl Palmitate

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2-Ethylhexyl Palmitate

CAS Number 29806-73-3
Molecular Weight 368.65 g/mol
Chemical Formula C24H48O2
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Octyl palmitate or 2-Ethyl Hexyl Palmitate or 2-Ethylhexyl hexadecanoate is the fatty acid ester derived from 2-ethylhexanol and palmitic acid. Ethylhexyl palmitate is commonly used in cosmetic formulations. Ethylhexyl palmitate is a clear, colorless liquid at room temperature with a slightly fatty odor. Apart from other uses, Ethylhexyl palmitate is used in cosmetic formulations as a solvent, carrying agent, pigment wetting agent, fragrance fixative and emollient. It is used in washing & cleaning products, adhesives and sealants, lubricants and greases, polymers, textile treatment products and dyes, plant protection products and polishes and waxes.


Properties and Specifications of Ethylhexyl palmitate or Octyl palmitate or 2-Ethyl Hexyl Palmitate or 2-Ethylhexyl hexadecanoate:
Appearance: Clear nearly colorless liquid.
Assay: 98% minimum.
Acid Number: 0.2mg KOH/g maximum.
Specific Gravity: 0.86 @ 25C
Saponification Number: 150-160 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value: 0.5 g/g maximum.
Water: 0.02% maximum.


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