Straight Esters

SierraEster OP

Chemical Name / INCI:

2-Ethylhexyl Palmitate

CAS #:

29806-73-3

Chemical Family:

Esters > Straight Esters

OVERVIEW

SierraEster OP is a vegetable-derived cosmetic ester delivers enhanced conditioning, emolliency, moisturization, emulsification, thickening, slip, gloss, and superfatting in skin and hair care formulations. It improves spreading, rub-out, solubilization, and sensory properties while contributing to viscosity control and dispersion stability. The material is easily incorporated into a wide range of formulations to impart a smooth, non-greasy, elegant after-feel.

CERTIFICATIONS & REGULATORY

  • Biodegradable

APPLICATIONS

  • Cosmetics
  • Hair Care
  • Skin Care

FUNCTIONS

  • Emollient
  • Emulsifier
  • Plasticizer
  • Thickening Agent