Tripalmitolein

AKA: 20246-55-3, Triglyceride popopo, Glycerol tripalmitoleate, Palmitoleic acid triglyceride, 9-Hexadecenoic acid, 1''-(1, 2, 3-propanetriyl) ester, 3-bis[[(Z)-hexadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl (Z)-hexadec-9-enoate, 3-bis(((Z)-hexadec-9-enoyl)oxy)propyl (Z)-hexadec-9-enoate
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginTripalmitolein is synthesized from palmitic acid and oleic acid, both fatty acids derived from palm oil. It is produced through esterification of these fatty acids with glycerol to create a triglyceride structure.
9-Hexadecenoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester
Formula
C51H92O6
Mol. Weight
801.30
CAS #
20246-55-3, 129784-33-4
Form
Powder
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Refatting
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
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🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2022
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR