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Isopropyl palmitate

CAS No.
142-91-6
Chemical Name:
Isopropyl palmitate
Synonyms
ISOPROPYL HEXADECANOATE;Deltyl;plymouthipp;ISOPROPYLPALMITAT;kesscoisopropylpalmitate;Isopropyl Palmitate (IPP);Isopal;Isopalm;Emcol-IP;estol103
CBNumber:
CB0451826
Molecular Formula:
C19H38O2
Molecular Weight:
298.5
MDL Number:
MFCD00008993
MOL File:
142-91-6.mol
MSDS File:
SDS
TDS File:
TDS
Last updated:2026-08-05 19:35:02

Isopropyl palmitate Properties

Melting point 11-13 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 160°C 2mm
Density 0.852 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor pressure 0.007Pa at 25℃
refractive index n20/D 1.438(lit.)
FLAVIS Number 09.606 | Isopropyl hexadecanoate
Flash point >230 °F
storage temp. 2-8°C
solubility <0.001g/l
form <11°C Solid,>13°C Liquid
color Colourless
Odor very sl. odor
biological source synthetic
Water Solubility Not miscible or difficult to mix with water.
BRN 1786567
Henry's Law Constant 2.1×10-4 mol/(m3Pa) at 25℃, HSDB (2015)
Cosmetics Ingredients Functions PERFUMING
BINDING
FRAGRANCE
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Isopropyl palmitate (142-91-6)
InChI 1S/C19H38O2/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-19(20)21-18(2)3/h18H,4-17H2,1-3H3
InChIKey XUGNVMKQXJXZCD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC(C)C
LogP 8.16
CAS DataBase Reference 142-91-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) ISOPROPYL PALMITATE
FDA 21 CFR 310.545
EWG's Food Scores 1
FDA UNII 8CRQ2TH63M
NIST Chemistry Reference Isopropyl palmitate(142-91-6)
EPA Substance Registry System Isopropyl palmitate (142-91-6)
Cosmetics Info Isopropyl Palmitate
UNSPSC Code 41116107
NACRES NA.24

SAFETY

Risk and Safety Statements

Symbol(GHS)  Exclamation Mark (GHS07)
GHS07
Signal word  Warning
Hazard statements  H315-H319
Precautionary statements  P264-P280a-P305+P351+P338-P321-P332+P313-P337+P313
PPE Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Hazard Codes  Xi
Risk Statements  36/38-36/37/38
Safety Statements  26-36
WGK Germany  -
RTECS  RT4900000
TSCA  TSCA listed
HS Code  29157090
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
Hazardous Substances Data 142-91-6(Hazardous Substances Data)
Toxicity mouse,LD50,intraperitoneal,100mg/kg (100mg/kg),National Technical Information Service. Vol. AD277-689,
REACH Registrations Active
NFPA 704
1
1 0

Isopropyl palmitate price More Price(37)

Manufacturer Product number Product description CAS number Packaging Price Updated Buy
Sigma-Aldrich W515604 Isopropyl palmitate ≥90% 142-91-6 1 each $63.5 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich I0725000 Isopropyl hexadecanoate European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard 142-91-6 100 mg $175 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 291781 Isopropyl palmitate technical grade, 90% 142-91-6 1l $86.4 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich 1350603 Isopropyl palmitate United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard 142-91-6 500mg $453 2026-04-30 Buy
Sigma-Aldrich W515604 Isopropyl palmitate ≥90% 142-91-6 1 unit $61.7 2025-07-31 Buy
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Isopropyl palmitate Chemical Properties,Uses,Production

Chemical Properties

Clear colorless liquid

Chemical Properties

Isopropyl palmitate is a clear, colorless to pale yellow-colored, practically odorless viscous liquid that solidifies at less than 16°C.

Uses

Pharmaceutic aid (vehicle, oleaginous).

Uses

isopropyl palmitate is an emollient and moisturizer, it also acts as a binder and solvent. Similar to isopropyl myristate, it is produced from the combination of palmitic acid (coconut or palm oil) and isopropyl alcohol. enzymes are able to metabolize this ingredient and studies do not show allergic reactions or toxicity. Some sources indicate comedogenicity potential.

Uses

Isopropyl palmitate is used to formulate and evaluate the suitability of pluronic lecithin organogels containing flurbiprofen for topical application and to characterize microemulsion systems of isopropyl palmitate, water and 2:1 Brij 97, and 1-butanol by different experimental techniques.

Definition

ChEBI: Isopropyl palmitate is a fatty acid ester obtained by the formal condensation of carboxy group of palmitic acid with propan-2-ol. Metabolite observed in cancer metabolism. It has a role as a human metabolite. It is a fatty acid ester and an isopropyl ester. It is functionally related to a hexadecanoic acid.

Production Methods

Isopropyl palmitate is prepared by the reaction of palmitic acid with propan-2-ol in the presence of an acid catalyst. A high-purity material is also commercially available, which is produced by enzymatic esterification at low temperatures.

General Description

Isopropyl palmitate is an analog of isopropyl myristate and an aliphatic ester used as a flavoring ingredient in food industry. It is one of the volatile compounds found in Psidium salutare fruits and boiled buckwheat flour.
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.

Pharmaceutical Applications

Isopropyl palmitate is a nongreasy emollient with good spreading characteristics, used in topical pharmaceutical formulations and cosmetics such as: bath oils; creams; lotions; make-up; hair care products; deodorants; lip products; suntan preparations; and pressed powders.
Isopropyl palmitate is an established penetration enhancer for transdermal systems. It has also been used in controlled-release percutaneous films. Table I: Uses of isopropyl palmitate

Side effects

Side effects for the skin: If overused, isopropyl palmitate may cause acne, blackheads, whiteheads, and clogged pores. Depending on the content of the ingredients in the product, the skin may experience some irritation. If isopropyl palmitate is used without dilution, it may cause comedoles. People with oily skin should also avoid isopropyl palmitate.
Side effects for hair: Excessive use of products containing isopropyl palmitate on hair can make hair look untidy, oily, and untidy due to excessive moisture in the hair. When there is an open wound on the scalp, isopropyl palmitate should also be avoided.

Safety

Isopropyl palmitate is widely used in cosmetics and topical pharmaceutical formulations, and is generally regarded as a relatively nontoxic and nonirritant material.
LD50 (mouse, IP): 0.1 g/kg

storage

Isopropyl palmitate is resistant to oxidation and hydrolysis, and does not become rancid. It should be stored in a well-closed container, above 16°C, and protected from light.

Regulatory Status

Included in the FDA Inactive Ingredients Database (topical and transdermal preparations). Used in nonparenteral medicines licensed in the UK. Included in the Canadian List of Acceptable Non-medicinal Ingredients.

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Synthesis of Isopropyl palmitate from Palmitic acid and Isopropyl alcohol

Isopropyl palmitate Preparation Products And Raw materials

Raw materials

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