Isopropyl Palmitate IPP Isopropyl Ester CAS 142-91-6

Tree Chem manufactures Isopropyl Palmitate (IPP) using advanced esterification technology to ensure superior purity, stability, and consistent quality. It is available in industrial grade and cosmetic grade, suitable for a broad range of applications including skincare, haircare, and pharmaceutical preparations.

With excellent lubricity and spreading ability, IPP is a key ingredient in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and massage oils. For detailed specifications and pricing, please contact info@cntreechem.com.

Specification

Basic Information

Tree Chem has extensive expertise in the production and global export of Isopropyl Palmitate (IPP), supplying consistent-quality materials to cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial partners worldwide. Our professional formulation team works closely with overseas laboratories and brands, conducting continuous formulation testing and optimization to meet diverse needs in skincare, color cosmetics, and personal care manufacturing. Over the years, Tree Chem’s IPP formulations have earned broad industry recognition for their excellent texture, compatibility, and performance in high-end cosmetic applications. Beyond product supply, we also provide one-stop sourcing and formulation support, helping clients manage large-scale ingredient procurement with efficiency, traceability, and quality assurance. Through a combination of technical expertise and flexible supply capability, Tree Chem empowers global customers to create smoother, more stable, and higher-value formulations across multiple industries.

Technical Specification

Applications

Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Isopropyl Palmitate (IPP) is widely used as a multifunctional ingredient in skincare, color cosmetics, and hair care. In skincare, it acts as a non-greasy emollient with high spreadability and skin affinity, rapidly penetrating the stratum corneum to soften skin and enhance hydration without leaving residue. It serves as a co-emulsifier and oil-phase component in creams and lotions, stabilizing emulsions and preventing phase separation under heat or storage stress. In serums and emulsions, IPP effectively dissolves lipophilic actives such as vitamins A and E, UV filters, and pigments, boosting their bioavailability. Due to its mildness and low irritation, it is particularly suitable for sensitive-skin and anti-aging formulations, offering smooth texture and long-lasting softness.
• In color cosmetics, IPP enhances pigment dispersion and provides even coverage with natural luminosity. In lipsticks, it gives smooth glide and structural integrity under high temperatures; in foundations and pressed powders, it improves compressibility and consistency; in eye and mascara formulas, it stabilizes pigments and prevents agglomeration, ensuring long wear and uniform application.
• In hair care, IPP serves as a lubricant and antistatic conditioning agent that smooths cuticles, reduces friction, and improves shine and manageability. It is used in conditioners, hair oils, and waxes to form protective films and enhance softness. In shampoos and hair treatments, IPP supports surfactant synergy to maintain moisture balance and improve foam quality, while also functioning as a dispersant and penetration enhancer in color and perm formulations.

Plastics and Rubber

• In the plastics industry, IPP functions as a secondary plasticizer and lubricant for PVC, polystyrene, and cellulose-based polymers, improving flexibility, cold resistance, and processing performance. Its biodegradability and low toxicity make it an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional phthalates. IPP serves as both an internal and external lubricant—reducing friction between resin and metal surfaces, improving melt flow, and enhancing surface gloss and smoothness. It also acts as a mold-release agent, preventing sticking and scratches on molded parts, and can be used in film production to improve anti-blocking properties and transparency.

Coatings and Inks

• In coatings, IPP is used as a low-toxicity solvent, diluent, and flow enhancer that optimizes viscosity, drying speed, and film uniformity. It contributes to high adhesion, gloss, and water resistance in protective coatings and anti-corrosion systems. Its compatibility with resins and oils supports flexible formulation design. In inks (offset, gravure, flexographic), IPP acts as a carrier solvent with controlled volatility, promoting pigment dispersion, printability, and durability while maintaining color uniformity and smooth transfer.

Pharmaceutical Applications

• In pharmaceuticals, IPP is employed as a solvent, carrier, and penetration enhancer for topical, transdermal, and oral formulations. It forms the oil phase in creams, gels, and lotions to facilitate smooth spreading and enhance drug absorption through the skin. In transdermal drug delivery systems, IPP disrupts the stratum corneum barrier, improving drug flux and bioavailability. It is also used as an oily excipient in soft capsules and emulsions to stabilize active ingredients and ensure palatability. In advanced delivery systems such as microemulsions, nanoemulsions, and liposomes, IPP supports controlled release and increased solubility of poorly soluble drugs.

Textile Industry

• In textiles, IPP serves as a softener and antistatic agent that improves hand feel, smoothness, and elasticity of fabrics. During spinning and weaving, it reduces friction between fibers and metal parts, improving process efficiency and yarn quality. In finishing, IPP forms a uniform lubricating film on fabric surfaces, enhancing softness and reducing static buildup. It also acts as a carrier for waterproofing, antibacterial, and UV-protective agents, improving performance durability.

Fragrance and Flavor Industry

• IPP is widely used as a solvent, fixative, and carrier in fragrances and flavor formulations. In perfumes, it stabilizes volatile aromatic molecules and prolongs scent retention. Its low viscosity and non-greasy texture make it ideal for fine fragrances and body mists. In food-grade flavors, IPP acts as a permitted carrier solvent to ensure uniform dispersion of aromatic components in chewing gum, toothpaste, and oral care formulations, enhancing flavor persistence and safety.

Agriculture and Pesticides

• In agriculture, IPP functions as a low-toxicity solvent and carrier for pesticide formulations, improving solubility, stability, and spreadability on plant surfaces. It enhances penetration and bioavailability of active ingredients in insecticides, foliar fertilizers, and plant growth regulators. IPP is also used in seed coatings to ensure uniform distribution of treatment agents. Appropriate dosage control is necessary to prevent aquatic toxicity and ensure environmental safety.

Metalworking and Lubrication

• IPP provides effective lubrication, cooling, and anti-wear performance in cutting fluids, stamping oils, and rolling processes. It reduces tool wear, improves dimensional precision, and enhances surface finish. Its thermal stability and clean burn-off make it suitable for high-speed machining and aluminum foil rolling, where it prevents surface defects and aids in degreasing and annealing operations.

Storage & Handling

• Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse.
• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and open flames.
• Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents or acids.
• Ensure all handling equipment is clean, dry, and free of contaminants.
• Use proper grounding and bonding during transfer to prevent static discharge.

Usage Notice

• Use clean and dry equipment during production and handling. Avoid contamination and exposure to moisture.
• Moisturizing cream: water 65%, glycerin 6%, isopropyl palmitate 5%, cetearyl alcohol 4%, dimethicone 2%, emulsifier 3%. Isopropyl palmitate provides fast absorption, enhances spreadability, and prevents greasy residue.
• Facial lotion: water 72%, propanediol 4%, isopropyl palmitate 4%, caprylic/capric triglyceride 3%, carbomer 0.25%, neutralizer q.s. Isopropyl palmitate improves smoothness, light skin feel, and emulsion stability.
• Sunscreen emulsion: water 58%, isopropyl palmitate 5%, ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate 7%, titanium dioxide 4%, emulsifier 3%, film former 1%. Isopropyl palmitate disperses UV filters uniformly and enhances film-forming and water resistance.
• Liquid foundation: water 50%, isopropyl palmitate 8%, cyclopentasiloxane 6%, pigments 7%, emulsifier 3%, film former 1%. Isopropyl palmitate improves pigment wetting, evens coverage, and provides a natural glow.
• Pressed powder: talc 60%, mica 10%, isopropyl palmitate 8%, zinc stearate 3%, binder 2%, fragrance q.s. Isopropyl palmitate enhances compressibility, strengthens the powder structure, and gives a smooth finish.
• Lipstick base: castor oil 22%, isopropyl palmitate 9%, beeswax 8%, candelilla wax 4%, pigments 5%, tocopherol 0.5%. Isopropyl palmitate improves glide, adds gloss, and ensures uniform pigment dispersion.
• Hair conditioner: water 70%, isopropyl palmitate 5%, cetearyl alcohol 3%, behentrimonium chloride 1%, amodimethicone 0.5%, fragrance 0.3%. Isopropyl palmitate smooths the hair surface, reduces friction, and enhances shine and softness.
• Shampoo: water 64%, SLES 10%, cocamidopropyl betaine 6%, isopropyl palmitate 2%, PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate 2%, sodium chloride 1%. Isopropyl palmitate improves foam quality, reduces irritation, and enhances conditioning.
• Hand cream: water 68%, glycerin 5%, isopropyl palmitate 6%, shea butter 3%, stearic acid 2%, emulsifier 2%. Isopropyl palmitate offers silky texture, fast absorption, and long-lasting moisturization.
• PVC cable compound: PVC resin 100 phr, primary plasticizer 25 phr, isopropyl palmitate 3 phr, Ca-Zn stabilizer 3 phr, processing aid 1 phr. Isopropyl palmitate improves melt flow, enhances flexibility, and adds surface gloss.
• Solvent-based coating: acrylic resin 38%, solvent 50%, isopropyl palmitate 3%, TiO₂ 7%, additive 2%. Isopropyl palmitate optimizes viscosity, enhances flow leveling, and increases gloss.
• Offset printing ink: varnish 58%, pigments 22%, isopropyl palmitate 4%, wax 2%, additive 2%. Isopropyl palmitate improves pigment dispersion, enhances print transfer, and maintains smooth texture.
• Topical cream: water 62%, isopropyl palmitate 7%, active 2%, stearic acid 3%, emulsifier 3%, humectant 5%. Isopropyl palmitate improves drug penetration and ensures smooth application.
• Transdermal gel: water 70%, isopropyl palmitate 6%, carbomer 0.5%, neutralizer q.s., active 1%. Isopropyl palmitate increases drug flux and maintains gel uniformity.
• Textile softener: water 92%, esterquat 3%, isopropyl palmitate 1%, silicone emulsion 2%, preservative q.s. Isopropyl palmitate provides softness, reduces static, and improves hand feel.
• Fine fragrance: ethanol 80%, fragrance oil 15%, isopropyl palmitate 4%, antioxidant 0.2%. Isopropyl palmitate stabilizes aroma molecules and prolongs fragrance retention.
• Metal cutting fluid: mineral oil 60%, isopropyl palmitate 10%, emulsifier 3%, EP additive 2%, water 25%. Isopropyl palmitate enhances lubrication, reduces tool wear, and improves surface finish.

Packaging

• 180 kg per drum
• 850 kg per IBC tank
• Custom packaging available upon request