Palmitic acid

At a glance

Palmitic acid is a fatty acid used in perfumery as a fixative and to add depth to fragrances It is valued by perfumers for this distinctive character and used as a building block within larger fragrance compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
derived from palm oil or animal fats
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Acid
CAS number
57-10-3
Profile
mild, waxy, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01