Palmitoyl chloride, 98%

About Palmitoyl chloride, 98%

Palmitoyl chloride is an acylating agent in Synthesis grade carrying the CAS registry number 112-67-4 with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C16H31ClO and its molecular weight is 274.9 g/mol. The IUPAC name is hexadecanoyl chloride. It is also known as Palmitic acid chloride or Hexadecanoic acid, chloride.

The product is provided as a liquid. Literature values give a melting point of 11-13 °C and a boiling point of 88-90 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for molecular biology workflows and polymer and resin production. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Palmitoyl chloride is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Palmitoyl chloride, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-009159
CAS Number	112-67-4
IUPAC name	hexadecanoyl chloride
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₃₁ClO
Molecular weight	274.9 g/mol
Exact mass	274.2063
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29159090
InChIKey	ARBOVOVUTSQWSS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)Cl
PubChem CID	8206

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	11-13 °C
Boiling point	88-90 °C
Density	0.906 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	7.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	Palmitic acid chloride, Hexadecanoic acid, chloride, Palmityl chloride, Hexadecanoyl-chloride-, palmitoylchloride, hexadecanoic acid chloride, C16H31ClO, Palmitic chloride, Hexadecanoylchloride, n-hexadecanoyl chloride, 1-hexadecanoyl chloride, Palmitoyl chloride, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements: P234, P260, P261, P264, P272, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P390, P405, P406, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Palmitoyl chloride, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Palmitoyl chloride, 98% is 112-67-4. It is also known as Palmitic acid chloride, Hexadecanoic acid, chloride, Palmityl chloride.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Palmitoyl chloride, 98%?

Palmitoyl chloride, 98% has the molecular formula C16H31ClO and a molecular weight of 274.9 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is hexadecanoyl chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of Palmitoyl chloride, 98% can I order?

We supply Palmitoyl chloride, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Palmitoyl chloride, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Palmitoyl chloride, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Palmitoyl chloride, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Palmitoyl chloride, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.