Kojic Isopalmitate
Synonyms
4-Oxo-5-hydroxy-4H-pyran-2-ylmethyl isohexadecanaote;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: N/A
EINECS: N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C22H35O5
Molecular Weight: 379.51
Structure
R: iso-C15.
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water.
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed. Poor stability to light, heat, heavy metals.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent anti-oxidizing, dispersing, emulsifying, solubilizing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antioxidant.
2, Personal care products
Conditioning agent, whitening agent in personal care products. Good whitening effect.
Manufacturers
Update: 20141025(1); 20200607(2);