Phytanic Acid

Name: Phytanic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040966

About Phytanic Acid

Phytanic Acid (CAS 14721-66-5) is a high-purity reference standard of Phytanic Acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C20H40O2, molecular weight 312.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid. It is also known as Phytanoic acid or Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Phytanic Acid, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Phytanic Acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phytanic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-040966
CAS Number	14721-66-5
IUPAC name	3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₄₀O₂
Molecular weight	312.5 g/mol
Exact mass	312.3028
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	RLCKHJSFHOZMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	26840

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	8.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Phytanoic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecansaeure, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid, Acid, Phytanic, 3,7R,11R,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecoanoate, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-1-hexadecanoic acid, Phytanoate, 3,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecanoate, 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecoanoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, 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 Phytanic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Phytanic Acid is 14721-66-5. It is also known as Phytanoic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecansaeure.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phytanic Acid?

Phytanic Acid has the molecular formula C20H40O2 and a molecular weight of 312.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid.

What is Phytanic Acid used for?

Phytanic Acid is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Phytanic Acid. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phytanic Acid can I order?

We supply Phytanic Acid in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phytanic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Phytanic Acid 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 Phytanic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phytanic Acid 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.