Ethylhexyl palmitate
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| Ethylhexyl palmitate | |
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| IUPAC name | hexadecanoic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester |
| Other names | Octyl palmitate |
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| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(CC)CCCC |
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| Molecular formula | C24H48O2 |
| Molar mass | 368.63672 |
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Ethylhexyl palmitate, or octyl palmitate, is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and palmitic acid. Ethylhexyl palmitate is commonly used in cosmetic formulations.
[edit] Chemical structure
Ethylhexyl palmitate is a branched saturated fatty ester, 22 carbons in length.
[edit] Physical properties
Ethylhexyl palmitate is a clear, colorless liquid at room temperature with a slightly fatty odor.
Palmitic acid and 2-ethylhexanol are reacted in the presence of an acid catalyst to make the ester.
[edit] Uses
Ethylhexyl palmitate is used in cosmetic formulations as a solvent, carrying agent, pigment wetting agent, fragrance fixative and emollient. Its dry-slip skinfeel is similar to some silicone derivatives.
