Ethyl Palmitate-Palm Oil Ethyl Ester(CAS 628-97-7)
Product Name: Ethyl Palmitate
INCI Name: Ethyl Palmitate
Chemical Name: Ethyl Hexadecanoate
CAS No.: 628-97-7
Grade: Cosmetic & Daily Chemical Grade
Purity: ≥99.0%
Appearance: Colorless Transparent Oily Liquid, Slight Characteristic Grease Odor
Molecular Weight: 284.48
MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity): 1KG
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether and various cosmetic grease solvents
Key Characteristics: Excellent emollient and lubricating performance, ultra-high spreadability, light and non-greasy skin feel, good compatibility with oil-phase formulas, stable chemical properties
Refractive Index: 1.438 - 1.442
Density: 0.855 - 0.865 g/cm³
Storage Condition: Sealed, dry, cool and ventilated environment, avoid high temperature, direct sunlight and freezing
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Application: Widely used in skin care products, makeup and daily chemicals as emollient, lubricant, spreadability improver and solubilizer
Ethyl Palmitate, Palm Oil Ethyl Ester, Cosmetic Emollient, Skin Lubricating Agent, Spreadability Improver, Daily Chemical Solvent
Ethyl Palmitate-Palm Oil Ethyl Ester(CAS 628-97-7)
Ethyl Palmitate is a high-purity ester cosmetic raw material synthesized from palmitic acid and ethanol. It features ultra-light texture and excellent skin spreadability, which can form a uniform and breathable protective film on the skin surface without sticky and greasy feeling. Different from heavy emollients, it has moderate oil control and moisturizing effects, effectively improving the ductility and fitting degree of skin care and makeup products. This product has stable chemical properties, not easy to oxidize and deteriorate, good compatibility with various greases and oil-soluble active ingredients, and can optimize formula texture and improve product use experience. It fully complies with global cosmetic safety standards and is a classic and versatile light emollient for high-end skin care and makeup formulas.

Key Benefits
• Light Non-Greasy Skin Feel: Ultra-thin texture, quick absorption, no sticky residue on skin, refreshing and breathable all day.
• Superior Spreadability: Greatly improve the ductility of creams, lotions and cosmetics, reduce dragging and improve fitting effect.
• Efficient Moisturizing & Skin Protection: Form a breathable protective film to lock skin moisture, relieve dryness and rough skin.
• Excellent Formula Compatibility: Perfectly compatible with various oil phases, active ingredients and emulsifier systems, stable formula.
• High Oxidation Stability: Not easy to oxidize and deteriorate, effectively extend the shelf life of finished cosmetic products.
• Safe & Mild Application: Purified low-impurity formula, non-irritating, suitable for all skin types and sensitive skin formulas.
Applications
• Facial Skin Care Products: Applied in moisturizing lotion, facial cream, essence and toner to optimize skin feel and moisturizing effect.
• Color Cosmetic Formulas: Used in foundation, BB cream, concealer and powder cosmetics to improve spreadability and fitting degree.
• Body Care Series: Added into body lotion, hand cream and body butter to relieve dry skin and soften body texture.
• Hair Care Products: Suitable for hair oil and hair conditioner to improve hair smoothness and reduce dry frizzy.
• High-End Daily Chemicals: Used in various light and high-grade daily chemical formulas as emollient and texture modifier.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
Test Item | Standard Specification | Test Result |
Product Name | Ethyl Palmitate | Compliant |
CAS No. | 628-97-7 | Compliant |
Appearance | Colorless Transparent Oily Liquid | Compliant |
Purity | ≥99.0% | 99.58% |
Density (25℃) | 0.855 - 0.865g/cm³ | 0.861g/cm³ |
Refractive Index | 1.438 - 1.442 | 1.440 |
Acid Value | ≤0.5mgKOH/g | 0.22mgKOH/g |
Moisture Content | ≤0.1% | 0.05% |
Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤10ppm | Qualified |
Heavy Metal (As) | ≤2ppm | Qualified |
Microorganism | Compliant with Cosmetic Grade Standard | Qualified |
Conclusion | Conforms to cosmetic grade quality standard | Qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Q1: What is the MOQ of cosmetic grade Ethyl Palmitate?
A1: The standard MOQ is 1KG, and sample orders are supported for quality testing.
• Q2: What export documents can you provide for customs clearance?
A2: We provide complete COA, MSDS and full set of international customs clearance documents.
• Q3: Is Ethyl Palmitate safe for sensitive skin formulas?
A3: The product is mild, non-irritating and highly safe, fully suitable for sensitive skin care formulas.
• Q4: How long is the delivery time for bulk liquid orders?
A4: In-stock products can be shipped within 3-5 working days after payment confirmation.
• Q5: Can you provide formula skin feel adjustment technical support?
A5: Professional formula matching guidance is available for bulk long-term cooperative clients.
• Q6: Do you support stable year-round large-batch supply?
A6: Sufficient factory capacity ensures continuous and stable bulk supply all year round.
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