Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+

Name: Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002924

About Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+

Listed under CAS 57-10-3, Palmitic acid is a bioactive small molecule available from Vaqora Chemicals (Biochemistry grade) with a typical assay of ≥99%. Its molecular formula is C16H32O2 and its molecular weight is 256.42 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is hexadecanoic acid. It is also known as Cetylic acid or n-Hexadecanoic acid.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of 61-62.5 °C and a density of 0.852 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Palmitic acid in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-002924
CAS Number	57-10-3
IUPAC name	hexadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₃₂O₂
Molecular weight	256.42 g/mol
Exact mass	256.2402
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29157010
InChIKey	IPCSVZSSVZVIGE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	985

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	61-62.5 °C
Density	0.852 g/mL at 25 °C
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

VQ-019307

AR

Palmitic acid, AR ≥99%

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

VQ-045605

Cell Culture

Palmitic acid, cell culture tested

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

VQ-046199

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 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, for biochemistry, 99%+?

Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 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, for biochemistry, 99%+ can I order?

We supply Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ in Biochemistry (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 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, for biochemistry, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Palmitic acid, for biochemistry, 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.