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Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate), also known as cetyl palmitate, is the ester derived from hexadecanoic acid and 1-hexadecanol.
This white waxy solid is the primary constituent of spermaceti, the once highly prized wax found in the skull of sperm whales.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is a component of some solid lipid nanoparticles.
CAS: 540-10-3
MF: C32H64O2
MW: 480.85
EINECS: 208-736-6
Synonyms
SPERMACETI;PALMATIC ACID N-HEXADECYL ESTER;Cetyl Palmitate (50 mg);n-Hexadecyl palMitate, 98% 25GR;n-Hexadecyl palMitate, 98% 5GR;SperMwax;Cetyl Palmitate Palmitic Acid Hexadecyl Ester;PalMityl palMitate, 95+%;Cetyl palmitate;Hexadecyl palmitate;540-10-3;Palmityl palmitate;Hexadecyl hexadecanoate;Cetin;Hexadecanoic acid, hexadecyl ester;Hexadecanoic acid hexadecyl ester;hexadecanyl hexadecanoate;Standamul 1616;n-Hexadecyl hexadecanoate;MFCD00053739;Palmitic acid palmityl ester;Cetyl palmitate [NF];PALMITIC ACID, HEXADECYL ESTER;palmitic acid, cetyl ester;5ZA2S6B08X;CHEBI:75584;WE(16:0/16:0);95912-87-1;Cetyl palmitate (NF);100231-74-1;Palmitic Acid Hexadecyl Ester;n-hexadecyl palmitate;EINECS 208-736-6;BRN 1805188;UNII-5ZA2S6B08X;Schercemol CP;Crodamol CP;Precifac ATO;Starfol CP;Cutina CP;C32H64O2;EINECS 309-375-8;Waxenol 815;Kessco 653;n-hexadecanyl palmitate;Radia 7500;SCHEMBL44487;CETYL PALMITATE [II];CETYL PALMITATE [MI];N-HEXYLDECYL PALMITATE;Palmityl palmitate, >=99%;Palmatic acid n-hexadecyl ester;CETYL PALMITATE [VANDF];CETYL PALMITATE [MART.];CHEMBL2106073;DTXSID5047114;CETYL PALMITATE [USP-RS];CETYL PALMITATE [WHO-DD];EINECS 306-083-2;Hexadecyl ester of hexadecanoic acid;LMFA07010001;AKOS015903369;CETYL PALMITATE [EP MONOGRAPH];CS-W011523;HY-W010807;DS-11394;SY010863;DB-052456;NS00012089;P1077;D08888;D70209;EC 306-083-2;Q409361;Cetyl palmitate 15, European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard;Cetyl palmitate 95, European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard;Cetyl palmitate, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard;Cetyl Palmitate, Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material
Stony corals, which build the coral reefs, contain large amounts of cetyl palmitate wax in their tissues, which may function in part as an antifeedant.
A palmitate ester resulting from the formal condensation of palmitic acid with palmityl alcohol.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is used as a thickener and emollient in cosmetics.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is an ester of palmitic acid, obtained via the reaction of cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is an ingredient of many cosmetic preparations.
Pharmaceutical secondary standards for application in quality control, provide pharma laboratories and manufacturers with a convenient and cost-effective alternative to the preparation of in-house working standards.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate), also known as hexadecyl hexadecanoate, is a naturally occurring waxy lipid used to formulate solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs).
SLNs are nano-sized particles composed of certain lipids, like waxes, that are solid at room and body temperature.
SLNs are advantageous over other drug delivery systems due to the inherent biocompatibility of the materials used for formulation.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate), in combination with other two-tailed lipids, has been effectively utilized for transfection as well as other types of drug delivery in a variety of cell lines.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is a pure vegetable lipid ester derived from cetyl alcohol & palmitic acid (naturally occurring fatty acid).
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is a natural substance as it occurs naturally in spermaceti of sperm whales. Required HLB is 10.
Melting point 43-48°C (109-118°F).
Made from sustainable palm oil (RSPO certified).
Great skin-conditioning and emollient ingredient.
Used as occlusive and masking ingredient.
Enhances emulsion stability.
Excellent film former.
Reduces greasy feel of oil systems.
Improves payoff characteristics in stick cosmetics.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is a cosmetic ingredient widely used as an emollient, emulsifier, and thickening agent in skincare and personal care products.
In its raw form, Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) appears as a white, waxy solid.
Cetyl Palmitate enhances the texture of creams and lotions, imparting a smooth and silky feel to the skin while also helping to stabilize formulations.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate)'s emollient properties contribute to skin hydration by forming a protective barrier that reduces moisture loss.
Additionally, Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) improves the spreadability of products, ensuring even application.
The chemical formula of Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is C32H64O2.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) Chemical Properties
Melting point: 55-56 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 360 °C
Density: d20 0.989
Refractive index: 1.4429 (589.3 nm 60℃)
Storage temp.: 2-8°C
Solubility: Soluble in hot acetone.
Form: Crystalline Powder
Color: White to almost white
Merck: 14,2031
Dielectric constant: 2.2（Ambient）
LogP: 15.051 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference: 540-10-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System: Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) (540-10-3)
Uses
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is a wax ester of palmitic acid used in cosmetic and personal care products.
The chemical structure of Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is the same as whale spermaceti.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) may be used to thicken, produce viscose emulsions, give stability, and add texture to emulsions.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is similar to cetearyl palmitate.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is used as emollients, masking agents and skin conditioning and a glosser and thickener for creams.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) improves emulsion texture and stability and gives structure to cosmetic sticks.
Used in skin and hair applications.
Hexadecyl hexadecanoate (Cetyl Palmitate) is used in cosmetics as a thickener and emulsifier.
