murphyGlyceryl Isopalmitate
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid typically sourced from palm oil or synthesized from petrochemicals. Synthesized through esterification of palmitic acid with glycerol, creating an ester-based emulsifier.
Isohexadecanoic acid, monoester with glycerol
CAS #
94248-66-5
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not Phototoxic
CIR Panel statement found no phototoxicity in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 344)
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR