CAS 2624-31-9

Potassium palmitate

Description:

Potassium palmitate is a potassium salt of palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid. It is typically a white, waxy solid or powder that is soluble in water, forming a clear solution. This compound is often used in various applications, including cosmetics, food products, and pharmaceuticals, due to its emulsifying and surfactant properties. As a surfactant, potassium palmitate helps to reduce surface tension, making it effective in stabilizing emulsions and foams. It is also biodegradable and considered safe for use in personal care products. In terms of its chemical structure, potassium palmitate consists of a long hydrocarbon chain (derived from palmitic acid) with a carboxylate group that interacts with potassium ions. This characteristic contributes to its ability to form micelles in aqueous solutions, which is essential for its function in various formulations. Overall, potassium palmitate is valued for its multifunctional properties and its role in enhancing the texture and stability of products.

Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂·K

InChI: InChI=1S/C16H32O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16(17)18;/h2-15H2,1H3,(H,17,18);

InChI key: InChIKey=NHOGTCIENBDOGA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCCCCCCCC)CCCCC(O)=O.[K]

Synonyms:

• Hexadecanoic acid, potassium salt (1:1)
• Kaliumpalmitat
• Nonsoul PK 1
• Nonsoul PK 2
• Palmitate de potassium
• Palmitato De Potasio
• Palmitic acid, potassium salt
• Potassium 1-hexadecanoate
• Potassium Palmitate
• Potassium hexadecanoate
• Potassium n-hexadecanoate
• Hexadecanoic acid, potassium salt

Hexadecanoic acid, potassium salt (1:1)

CAS: 2624-31-9

Formula: C₁₆H₃₁KO₂

Molecular weight: 294.5144

Ref: IN-DA002SF1

Potassium palmitate

CAS: 2624-31-9

Potassium palmitate is a polymer film that is prepared by the reaction of potassium chloride and palmitic acid. It is used as a stabilizer in pharmaceuticals, which have high water activity and react with atmospheric oxygen to form peroxides. Potassium palmitate also serves as an antioxidant compound and has been shown to stabilize particles in cosmetic products. It has been found to be effective against skin conditions such as dandruff, acne, and eczema. The molecular weight of potassium palmitate is 784 Da.

Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂•K

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 295.52 g/mol

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