Palmitic Acid

Palmitic Acid is a high-quality industrial chemical widely used in coatings, adhesives, inks, resins, plastics, and specialty formulations. It offers reliable performance, chemical stability, and consistent processing characteristics, making it suitable for modern manufacturing and advanced industrial applications.

Technical Specifications
Absorption 0%
Acid Value 200 – 220mg
Volatility Non-volatile
Packing Available 25kg bag
Melting Point 63°C
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odour Faint fatty odour
Molecular Weight 256.42g/mol
Boiling Point 351–352°C
Distillation Range –
Freezing Point 62.9°C
Specific Gravity 0.852g/cm³
Refractive Index 1.427 at 20 °C
Flash Point 196°C
Specific Heat 2.1kJ/kg·K
Autoignition Temp –

Description

Palmitic Acid is an antimicrobial active or preservative used to control bacteria/fungi in industrial and hygiene applications, supporting product stability and sanitation performance.

Uses

Soaps/cosmetics; surfactants; lubricants; stearates blends.

Benefits

Thickening and structuring; biodegradable.

Safety, Compliance & Notes

Thermal Conductivity 0.23W/m·K.
Electrical Conductivity 1.00E-10S/cm
Heat of Formation -891kJ/mol
Heat of Vaporization –
Structure CH3-(CH2)14-COOH
CAS Number 57-10-3
EINECS Number 200-312-9
Storage & Packaging Keep in corrosion-resistant packaging; avoid freezing/overheating; follow local regulations for biocides. (Applicable to Palmitic Acid handling.)
Product Stewardship Apply product stewardship: risk assessment, proper labeling, transport compliance, and customer communication via SDS/COA; avoid environmental release. (For Palmitic Acid.)
Note Note: For Palmitic Acid, verify active content/assay, shelf life, and handling restrictions from the latest SDS/TDS before use.
Notice NOTICE: This sheet is a compilation aid; always rely on the latest supplier documentation and applicable legal requirements for safe handling and performance. (For Palmitic Acid.)

Additional information

Weight

1 kg, 10 kg, 30 kg, 200 kg