2-Hydroxypalmitic acid

About 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid

2-Hydroxypalmitic acid is a metabolite / degradant standard carrying the CAS registry number 764-67-0. With the molecular formula C16H32O3, it has a molar mass of 272.42 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxyhexadecanoic acid. Common synonyms include alpha-Hydroxypalmitic acid and Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Analytical teams use this compound to identify metabolites and degradants, to validate stability-indicating methods (AMV) and to support QC and regulatory filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Metabolite identification
Stability-indicating methods
Impurity profiling

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Hydroxypalmitic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-050553
CAS Number	764-67-0
IUPAC name	2-hydroxyhexadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₃
Molecular weight	272.42 g/mol
Exact mass	272.2351
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	JGHSBPIZNUXPLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	92836

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	6.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	alpha-Hydroxypalmitic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-hexadecanoic acid, DL-alpha-Hydroxypalmitic acid, .alpha.-Hydroxypalmitic acid, (+/-)-2-hydroxyhexadecanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxypalmiticacid, 2-Hydroxy-hexadecylcarboxylic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid is 764-67-0. It is also known as alpha-Hydroxypalmitic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-hexadecanoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid?

2-Hydroxypalmitic acid has the molecular formula C16H32O3 and a molecular weight of 272.42 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyhexadecanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid can I order?

We supply 2-Hydroxypalmitic 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 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Hydroxypalmitic 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 2-Hydroxypalmitic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Hydroxypalmitic 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.