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Glyceryl Monopalmitate (Monopalmitin)

CAS 542-44-9 · Formula C19H38O4 · MW 330.5 g/mol

A C16 monoglyceride (1-monopalmitin) used as a nonionic co-emulsifier, emollient, and consistency/structuring agent in creams, lotions, and stick formulations.

Safety Data Sheet
CAS Number
542-44-9
Formula
C19H38O4
Molecular Weight
330.5 g/mol
Material Family
Esters
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Emolliency · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
GLYCERYL MONOPALMITATE
SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Emollient: skin-conditioning emollient for personal-care products
  • Anti-static: anti-static agent in formulations
  • Texture control: high-melting C22 glyceryl ester used to add body and consistency
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

Chemical Identity
CAS Number
542-44-9
Molecular Formula
C19H38O4
Molecular Weight
330.5 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2,3-dihydroxypropyl hexadecanoate
INCI Name
GLYCERYL MONOPALMITATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
QHZLMUACJMDIAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
1-Monopalmitin 1-Palmitoylglycerol Palmitin, 1-mono- Hexadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester 1-Monohexadecanoyl-rac-glycerol Palmitoyl glycerol 1-glyceryl hexadecanoate rac-1(3)-palmitoyl glycerol GlyTouCan:G02113ZY G02113ZY Monopalmitin 1-Palmitoyl-rac-glycerol 2,3-dihydroxypropyl hexadecanoate 1-Monopalmitoylglycerol Glycerol 1-monopalmitate Glycerol 1-palmitate
Full Description

Glyceryl behenate (glycerol behenate, CAS 542-44-9) is the glycerol ester of behenic acid, a C22 saturated fatty acid. It is used as an emollient and as an anti-static agent in personal-care and related formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is glyceryl behenate made of?

Glyceryl behenate is the glycerol ester of behenic acid, a C22 saturated fatty acid. It is a high-melting glyceryl ester (C19H38O4 for the representative monoester) used in personal-care and related formulations. RawSource supplies it under CAS 542-44-9.

What is another name for glyceryl behenate?

It is also called glycerol behenate and, by INCI, glyceryl behenate; behenic acid itself is docosanoic acid. All refer to the C22 fatty-acid glyceryl ester, CAS 542-44-9. Reference the CAS on procurement documents to confirm identity.

What is glyceryl behenate used for?

It is used as an emollient and anti-static agent in personal-care and related formulations, and as a high-melting C22 glyceryl ester that adds body, consistency, and texture. Its high melting point makes it useful for structuring sticks and balms. Technical data supports use-level selection.

Is glyceryl behenate plant-derived?

Glyceryl behenate is the glyceryl ester of behenic acid, which is commonly sourced from plant oils; confirm the specific origin on the source documentation for your lot. RawSource provides origin and CoA documentation on request. Reference CAS 542-44-9 when sourcing.

How is bulk glyceryl behenate supplied and quoted?

It is supplied with CoA and SDS in packaging scaled to order volume. Pricing depends on grade, quantity, and packaging, so we quote per request rather than list a price. Submit a bulk RFQ with your target volume for a current quote.

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