Isobutyl palmitate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 142-91-6 isopropyl palmitate; Palmitic acid isopropyl ester

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Isobutyl palmitate, a palmitic acid isopropyl ester with the linear formula CH3(CH2)14COOCH(CH3)2 is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. The ester compound of palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid) acts as an emollient (softens and smoothes the skin) and skin care product.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020