Ethylhexyl palmitate

Ethylhexyl palmitate (CAS 29806-73-3) is a light ester of palmitic acid used as an emollient, solvent, and carrier across personal care and industrial formulations. It delivers a dry, non-greasy skin feel in cosmetic applications while functioning as a plasticizer and lubricant in technical systems.

In cosmetics, it serves as a spreading agent and emollient in skin creams, sunscreens, color cosmetics, and hair care products. Its low viscosity aids pigment dispersion and active ingredient delivery across various personal care platforms.

Coating and adhesive formulators use it as a plasticizer to improve film flexibility and substrate adhesion without compromising coating integrity. This versatility makes it a staple in modern chemical manufacturing and material science.

In metalworking and industrial lubricants, it acts as a base fluid or co-solvent, providing lubricity in cutting fluids and release agents. It also functions as a carrier solvent for fragrance concentrates and lipophilic actives.

The material is suitable for both rinse-off and leave-on formulations, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of surfactants and oils. This chemical is supplied as a clear, pale liquid in drum and IBC quantities for global distribution.

Bulk tanker options are available for high-volume buyers requiring consistent supply chains. Standard grades include cosmetic-grade material meeting established purity benchmarks for personal care use and technical-grade for industrial applications.

Certificates of analysis typically confirm ester content, acid value, and color specifications to ensure quality. Our logistics team manages the safe transport and storage of this ester to meet your specific production schedules and requirements.