Hexadecyl Palmitate PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Properties

B pt. 534 °C
M pt. 55-56°C
Form Solid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 29157090
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids

Description

Application
It is widely used in cosmetics and personal care products such as creams lotions and ointments as an emollient and thickening agent.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to soften and smooth the skin while improving the texture consistency and stability of formulations.

General Description
Cetyl palmitate is a waxy white solid formed from cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid commonly found in natural waxes like spermaceti.