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Ethyl palmitate

Also known as Ethyl hexadecanoate, Hexadecanoic acid, ethyl ester, Palmitic acid, ethyl ester

CAS 628-97-7Formula C18H36O2Molar mass 284.48 g/molEC 211-064-6
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Ethyl palmitate chemical structure, C18H36O2, CAS 628-97-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
628-97-7
Formula
C18H36O2
Molar mass
284.48 g/mol
EC number
211-064-6
HS code
291570
Category
Emollients

What is Ethyl palmitate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Ethyl hexadecanoate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of palmitic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester and a hexadecanoate ester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
ethyl hexadecanoate
CAS number
628-97-7 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
211-064-6
Molecular formula
C18H36O2
UNII
IRD3M534ZM
MDL number
MFCD00008996
INCI name
ETHYL PALMITATE
InChIKey
XIRNKXNNONJFQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36O2/c1-3-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20-4-2/h3-17H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC

Synonyms

  • Ethyl hexadecanoate
  • Hexadecanoic acid, ethyl ester
  • Palmitic acid, ethyl ester
  • Ethyl cetylate
  • WE(2:0/16:0)
  • Palmitic acid ethyl ester
  • hexadecanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl n-hexadecanoate
  • Hexadecanoic acid ethyl
  • Hexadecanoic acid,ethyl ester
  • hexadecanoic acid-ethyl ester
  • Ethyl palmitate, analytical standard
  • Ethylpalmitate
  • Ethyl palmitate, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
  • Ethyl Palmitate, Hexadecanoic acid ethyl ester
  • Ethyl palmitate (natural)
  • Ethyl palmitate (Standard)
  • Ethyl palmitate, >=99%
  • QSPL 072
  • QSPL 171
  • QSPL 205
  • Ethyl palmitate, >=95%, FG
  • Palmitic acid, ethyl ester (8CI)
  • WE(2:0/16:0), Ethyl palmitate
  • Ethyl hexadecanoate (ethyl palmitate)
Show all 30 synonyms
  • Ethyl palmitate, 1mg/ml in Acetonitrile
  • SFE 2:0/16:0
  • Ethyl palmitate, natural (US), >=95%, FG
  • Ethyl palmitate, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 95%
  • Hexadecanoic acid,ethyl ester mfc18 h36 o2

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
284.48 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
284.2715 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.03calc.
Topological polar surface area
26.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
15calc.
Heavy atoms
20calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.94calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name ETHYL PALMITATE(skin conditioning - emollient, perfuming)

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance
  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming
  • Skin conditioning - emollient

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Ethyl palmitate is traded under.

HS 2915.70Indicative HS code

Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$1.25B
+23.7% vs 2023, imports $1.13B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia32.2%
  2. Malaysia23.0%
  3. Singapore6.5%
Top importers
  1. United States10.7%
  2. Germany6.2%
  3. China5.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Ethyl palmitate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Ethyl palmitate, based on the data on this page

What is Ethyl palmitate?

Ethyl hexadecanoate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of palmitic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester and a hexadecanoate ester.

What is the CAS number of Ethyl palmitate?

The CAS registry number of Ethyl palmitate is 628-97-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Ethyl palmitate?

The molecular formula of Ethyl palmitate is C18H36O2 and its molar mass is 284.48 g/mol.

What is Ethyl palmitate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Ethyl palmitate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Ethyl palmitate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Ethyl palmitate?

Ethyl palmitate is usually classified under HS code 291570 (Palmitic acid, stearic acid, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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