Synonym(s)
1,2,3-Propanetriyl triisohexadecanoates; CAS number: 68957-79-9
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Triisopalmitin refers to a triester (triglyceride) of glycerol (1,2,3-propanetriol) and the isopalmitic acid.
The glycerol triester is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as a skin care product, emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as a solvent and viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products).
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