Isopropyl palmitate is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is an emollient, moisturizer, thickening agent, and anti-static agent . The chemical formula is CH3(CH2)14COOCH(CH3)2. Isopropyl palmitate is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is an emollient, moisturizer, thickening agent, and anti-static agent . The chemical formula is CH3(CH2)14COOCH(CH3)2.