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1431603

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Methyl palmitate

Name: Methyl palmitate
Brand: USP

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl hexadecanoate, Palmitic acid methyl ester

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About This Item

Linear Formula:

CH₃(CH₂)₁₄CO₂CH₃

CAS Number:

112-39-0

Molecular Weight:

270.45

UNSPSC Code:

41116107

NACRES:

NA.24

PubChem Substance ID:

329750450

MDL number:

MFCD00008994

Beilstein/REAXYS Number:

1780973

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Properties

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

methyl palmitate

manufacturer/tradename

USP

refractive index

n20/D 1.4512 (lit.)

bp

185 °C/10 mmHg (lit.)

mp

32-35 °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

InChI

1S/C17H34O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17(18)19-2/h3-16H2,1-2H3

InChI key

FLIACVVOZYBSBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

Methyl palmitate, an ester derived from palmitic acid, is used in biologic drug formulations to enhance the solubility and stability of hydrophobic compounds. It serves as a critical excipient in the development of drug delivery systems, improving the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of biologics, particularly those with low water solubility.

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

Methyl 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:

Castor Oil
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Polyglyceryl 3 Diisostearate
Polyglyceryl Dioleate
Polyoxyl 35 Castor Oil
Polyoxyl 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Powdered Saw Palmetto

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.

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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

235.4 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

113.0 °C - closed cup

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Protocols

HPLC Analysis of Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAMES) on SUPELCOSIL LC-18

Separation of Methyl decanoate; Methyl dodecanoate; Methyl myristate; Methyl palmitate; Methyl caprylate; Methyl oleate; Methyl linoleate; Methyl linolenate; Methyl stearate

GC Analysis of Bacterial Acid Methyl Esters (BAMEs) on Equity®-1

Protocol for GC Analysis of Bacterial Acid Methyl Esters (BAMEs) on Equity®-1

Global Trade Item Number

SKU	GTIN
1431603-300MG	04061833851791
1431603-3X100MG	04061842318957