Palmitic Acid – High-Quality Fatty Acid for Industrial, Pharmaceutical, and Cosmetic Applications
Product Description
Palmitic Acid (C₁₆H₃₂O₂) is a saturated fatty acid naturally occurring in animal and plant fats. It is one of the most common long-chain fatty acids, widely used in various industries, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food production, and chemical manufacturing. is known for its versatility in esterification, saponification, and hydrogenation processes, where it serves as a precursor to numerous chemical derivatives. Its unique properties also make it a valuable ingredient in surfactants, emulsifiers, and lubricants, and it is used in skin-care products due to its emollient properties.

Key Features
• High Purity: Available in high purity for industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications, ensuring consistent and reliable results.
• Widely Used: One of the most common saturated fatty acids, used in a variety of applications across different industries.
• Versatile Reagent: Serves as a key component in chemical synthesis, including the production of soaps, detergents, emulsifiers, and surfactants.
• Emollient Properties: Used in cosmetic formulations for its ability to soften and smooth the skin.
• Stability: Palmitic Acid is stable under normal conditions, providing consistent performance in formulations and processes.
Applications
• Cosmetics and Personal Care: Palmitic Acid is commonly used in skin-care products, lotions, creams, and lip balms due to its emollient properties. It helps soften the skin, improves the texture of cosmetic products, and enhances the spreadability of creams and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Industry: In the pharmaceutical industry, Palmitic Acid is used as an excipient in tablet formulations, as a surfactant in drug delivery systems, and in the production of ointments and creams. It also plays a role in the synthesis of drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Food Industry: Palmitic Acid is used in food processing as an emulsifier and stabilizer, particularly in the production of margarine, chocolate, and other processed foods. It helps improve the texture and stability of food products.
• Chemical Manufacturing: In chemical industries, Palmitic Acid is used as a precursor for the production of soaps, detergents, surfactants, esters, and plasticizers. It is involved in the synthesis of fatty acid esters and palmitates for use in various applications, including industrial lubricants and biodiesel.
• Soap and Detergent Production: Palmitic Acid is a key ingredient in soap making, where it is used in the production of hard soaps and as a component in liquid detergents. It helps in emulsification, which is essential for cleaning products.
• Biodiesel Production: Palmitic Acid is used in the production of biodiesel through the transesterification process, where it is converted into methyl palmitate and other biodiesel esters.
• Lubricants: It is used in the formulation of industrial lubricants and greases, where its presence improves the viscosity and stability of lubricating oils.
• Polymer Industry: Palmitic Acid is used in the production of plasticizers and polymeric materials, which improve the properties of polymers and plastics.
Why Choose Palmitic Acid?
• Widely Used and Versatile: Palmitic Acid is a highly versatile fatty acid that is used in numerous industries, making it a key raw material for various processes.
• Reliable and Consistent: Available in high purity and consistently performs well in industrial, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.
• Cost-Effective: A cost-effective solution for a range of industrial applications, from personal care products to chemical manufacturing and food processing.
• Eco-Friendly: Derived from natural sources, Palmitic Acid is biodegradable and has a lower environmental impact than synthetic alternatives.
• High-Quality Ingredient: Ideal for manufacturers and formulators looking for high-quality, pure Palmitic Acid to create safe and effective products.
Price in Bangladesh
Palmitic Acid is available at competitive prices. For detailed pricing, bulk order discounts, and shipping information, please contact local chemical suppliers or authorized distributors.
Where to Buy
Palmitic Acid can be purchased from trusted chemical supply companies, laboratory suppliers, and distributors across Bangladesh. Available in various quantities to meet both small-scale and large-scale needs.
Why Buy from M/S Bright Scientific Co.?
• Trusted Supplier: Serving the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries across Bangladesh with high-quality fatty acids and chemical reagents.
• Affordable Pricing: Competitive rates with special discounts for bulk orders, offering cost-effective solutions for a wide range of applications.
• Fast & Secure Delivery: Reliable and timely shipment of Palmitic Acid and other chemicals across Bangladesh.
• Custom Orders: Available for specialized or large-volume orders to meet specific production or manufacturing requirements.
Contact Information
M/S Bright Scientific Co.
📞 Phone: 01711285976








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