Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%

Name: Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045605

About Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%

Palmitic acid (CAS 57-10-3) is a bioactive small molecule offered by Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade at a purity of ≥99%. Formula C16H32O2, molecular weight 256.42 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is hexadecanoic acid. Common synonyms include Cetylic acid and n-Hexadecanoic acid.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Palmitic acid in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-045605
CAS Number	57-10-3
IUPAC name	hexadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₂
Molecular weight	256.42 g/mol
Exact mass	256.2402
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29157010
InChIKey	IPCSVZSSVZVIGE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	985

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	6.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Cetylic acid, n-Hexadecanoic acid, Hexadecylic acid, 1-Pentadecanecarboxylic acid, n-Hexadecoic acid, Hydrofol, Palmitinic acid, Pentadecanecarboxylic acid, hexaectylic acid, Industrene 4516, Emersol 140, Emersol 143

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

Other grades of CAS 57-10-3

Synthesis

Palmitic acid, 98%

CAS: 57-10-3
Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂
MW: 256.42 g/mol

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Cell Culture

Palmitic acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 57-10-3
Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂
MW: 256.42 g/mol

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Biochemistry

Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+

CAS: 57-10-3
Formula: C₁₆H₃₂O₂
MW: 256.42 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Palmitic acid, AR ≥99% is 57-10-3. It is also known as Cetylic acid, n-Hexadecanoic acid, Hexadecylic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%?

Palmitic acid, AR ≥99% has the molecular formula C16H32O2 and a molecular weight of 256.42 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is hexadecanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Palmitic acid, AR ≥99% can I order?

We supply Palmitic acid, AR ≥99% in AR (≥99%) grade, in 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 Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%?

Yes. Every lot of Palmitic acid, AR ≥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 Palmitic acid, AR ≥99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Palmitic acid, AR ≥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.