Glyceryl Palmitoleate
AKA “1-Monopalmitolein, 37515-61-0, DTXSID601316256, RefChem:663565, GlyTouCan:G36920TI, DTXCID501746119, G36920TI, Monopalmitolein, 1-Monopalmitoleoyl-rac-glycerol
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl palmitoleate
AKA: 1-Monopalmitolein, 37515-61-0, DTXSID601316256, RefChem:663565, GlyTouCan:G36920TI, DTXCID501746119, G36920TI, Monopalmitolein, 1-Monopalmitoleoyl-rac-glycerol
Surfactant · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
9-Hexadecenoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester
Formula
C19H36O4
Mol. Weight
328.50
CAS #
-
Form
Oil
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester combining glycerin with palmitoleic acid developed for contemporary cosmetics. Created to deliver a naturally-occurring fatty acid found in macadamia nut oil for skin conditioning benefits.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR