Synonym(s)
CAS number: 20246-55-3; Glyceryl tripalmitoleate; Tripalmitolein
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Tripalmitolein is a glycerol-palmitoleic acid triester which is used in cosmetic formulations. Palmitoleic acid (chemical name: cis-hexadec-9-enoic acid), the acid component of the tri-ester compound is a monounsaturated fatty acid. The ester compound acts as refatting agent and emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).
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