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1. Overview & Definition:
Palmitic
Acid 90% is a saturated long-chain fatty acid
(C16:0) primarily derived from palm oil, animal fats, and vegetable oils.
It is widely used in cosmetics, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and
industrial applications due to its stabilizing, thickening, and
emulsifying properties.
2. Properties:
- Chemical
Name: Hexadecanoic Acid
- Molecular
Formula: C16H32O2
- Purity: 90%
minimum
- Appearance: White
to off-white flakes or powder
- Melting
Point: 62–64°C
- Solubility:
Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
3. Applications:
- Cosmetics
& Personal Care: Used in soaps, creams, and lotions
as an emollient and thickener.
- Food
Industry: Functions as a food additive,
emulsifier, and flavor enhancer.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used
in tablet coatings and medicinal formulations.
- Industrial
Applications: Used in lubricants, waxes, and
plasticizers for various manufacturing processes.
- Soaps
& Detergents: Enhances lather formation and texture
stability in cleaning products.
4. Manufacturing & Compliance:
- Derived
from natural plant-based and animal sources
through fractionation & refining.
- SGS
ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Meets
global industry regulations for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food
applications.