Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%

Name: Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008711

About Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%

Listed under CAS 137-66-6, Ascorbyl palmitate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of ≥99%. Its molecular formula is C22H38O7 and its molecular weight is 414.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is [(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] hexadecanoate. Alternative names: 6-O-Palmitoyl-L-ascorbic acid and L-Ascorbic acid 6-hexadecanoate.

In its supplied form it is white to orange to green powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 113-116 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008711
CAS Number	137-66-6
IUPAC name	[(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] hexadecanoate
Molecular formula	C₂₂H₃₈O₇
Molecular weight	414.5 g/mol
Exact mass	414.2618
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	QAQJMLQRFWZOBN-LAUBAEHRSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC[C@@H]([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O
PubChem CID	54680660

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to orange to green powder or crystals
Melting point	113-116 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	6.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 7
TPSA	113 Å²
Synonyms	6-O-Palmitoyl-L-ascorbic acid, L-Ascorbic acid 6-hexadecanoate, L-Ascorbyl palmitate, Ascorbic acid 6-palmitate, L-Ascorbyl 6-palmitate, L-Ascorbic acid 6-palmitate, Ascorbyl monopalmitate, Ascorbic palmitate, L-Ascorbic acid, 6-hexadecanoate, Ascorbylpalmitic acid, Cetyl ascorbate, 6-O-Palmitoyl ascorbate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264 + P265, P273, P280, P305 + P351 + P338, P337 + P317, 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 Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% is 137-66-6. It is also known as 6-O-Palmitoyl-L-ascorbic acid, L-Ascorbic acid 6-hexadecanoate, L-Ascorbyl palmitate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%?

Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% has the molecular formula C22H38O7 and a molecular weight of 414.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] hexadecanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% can I order?

We supply Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% in (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99%?

Yes. Every lot of Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% 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 Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ascorbyl palmitate, ≥99% 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.