Methyl palmitate, 97%

Name: Methyl palmitate, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019275

About Methyl palmitate, 97%

Methyl palmitate (CAS 112-39-0) is an aroma chemical offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 97%. With the molecular formula C17H34O2, it has a molar mass of 270.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl hexadecanoate. Alternative names: n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester and Palmitic acid methyl ester.

In its supplied form it is a colourless or white or light yellow liquid to solid. Literature values give a melting point of 32-35 °C and a density of 0.852 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and polymer and resin production. Buyers come mainly from food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and oil, gas and petrochemicals.

We offer Methyl palmitate in 500 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Polymer & resin production

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl palmitate, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019275
CAS Number	112-39-0
IUPAC name	methyl hexadecanoate
Molecular formula	C₁₇H₃₄O₂
Molecular weight	270.5 g/mol
Exact mass	270.2559
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29151290
InChIKey	FLIACVVOZYBSBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC
PubChem CID	8181

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless or white or light yellow liquid to solid
Melting point	32-35 °C
Density	0.852 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	7.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, Palmitic acid methyl ester, Hexadecanoic acid, methyl ester, Metholene 2216, Palmitic acid, methyl ester, Methyl n-hexadecanoate, Uniphat A60, Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl palmitic acid, C16 FAME, hexadecanoic acid-methyl ester, WE(1:0/16:0)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, 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

Other grades of CAS 112-39-0

Cell Culture

Methyl palmitate, cell culture tested

CAS: 112-39-0
Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
MW: 270.5 g/mol

VQ-046200

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl palmitate, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl palmitate, 97% is 112-39-0. It is also known as n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, Palmitic acid methyl ester, Hexadecanoic acid, methyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl palmitate, 97%?

Methyl palmitate, 97% has the molecular formula C17H34O2 and a molecular weight of 270.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl hexadecanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl palmitate, 97% can I order?

We supply Methyl palmitate, 97% in (97%) grade, in 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl palmitate, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl palmitate, 97% 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 Methyl palmitate, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl palmitate, 97% 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.