Products Description Multi-functional fatty acid made of the ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid derived from renewable vegetable oils. It acts is an emollient, moisturizer, wetting agent, and anti-static agent. It is readily biodegradable and is GMO-free. C16 Ester (90% minimum). Saponification value 183.0-193.0. Colorless, slightly viscous liquid. Water insoluble, soluble in alcohol, acetone. Basic Analysis Analytical Tests Description Analysis Appearance @ 25° C Clear liquid Pass Acid Value 1.0 mg KOH/g MAX 0.08 mg KOH/g Iodine Value 1.0 cg I2/g MAX 0.04 cg I2/g Saponification Value 183.0-193.0 mg KOH/g 187.0 mg KOH/g Refractive Index @ 20° C 1.435-1.438 1.436 Assay 90.0% MIN 98.8% Specific Gravity @ 25° C 0.850-0.855 0.852 Residue on Ignition 0.10% MAX 0.02% Benefits Has excellent emollient and lubricant properties Non-tacky, non-oily, fast spreading, and effective absorption Widely used as wetting agent and fragrance enhancer Has slight anti-static properties Use Add to the oil phase of emulsions. Typical use level 1 – 10%. For external use only. Applications Bath oils, skin creams, sunscreens, shaving creams, vanishing creams, hair conditioner, pre- shaves & aftershaves, shampoos, bath oils, aerosol antiperspirants and deodorants.