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Isopropyl palmitate

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

Isopropyl hexadecanoate

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Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)14COOCH(CH3)2
CAS Number:
142-91-6
Molecular Weight:
298.50
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
NACRES:
NA.24
PubChem Substance ID:
329750203
MDL number:
MFCD00008993
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1786567
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grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

isopropyl palmitate

form

liquid

manufacturer/tradename

USP

refractive index

n20/D 1.438 (lit.)

mp

11-13 °C (lit.)

density

0.852 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

USP Biologics
pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC(C)C

InChI

1S/C19H38O2/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-19(20)21-18(2)3/h18H,4-17H2,1-3H3

InChI key

XUGNVMKQXJXZCD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

Isopropyl palmitate is an ester of isopropyl alcohol and palmitic acid, commonly used as a solvent and emulsifier in biologics. It enhances the solubility and delivery of lipophilic compounds, ensuring their stability and bioavailability in pharmaceutical formulations. In biologics, isopropyl palmitate contributes to the formulation of injectable and topical products by improving their ability to penetrate biological barriers.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Isopropyl palmitate USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as:
  • Isopropyl Isostearate
  • Isopropyl Myristate

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.
This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

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Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

flash_point_f

235.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

113 °C - closed cup

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