Molekula
Methyl palmitate
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Methyl palmitate is a fatty acid methyl ester used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and as a solvent or plasticizer. It also serves as a chemical intermediate for making detergents, emulsifiers, wetting agents, fatty alcohols and alkanolamides, and is used in lubricants and animal feed additives. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid. CAS: 112-39-0, molecular formula: CH3(CH2)14CO2CH3, molecular weight: 270.45 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Methyl palmitate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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500 g — £76.30 per pack ex VAT · £91.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless or light yellow liquid or solid |
| Assay | ≥98% |
| Iodine value (g I2/100g) | ≤1.0 |
| Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) | 195 - 210 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | ≤1.0 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liq |
| Melting Point | 30 °C |
| Boiling Point | 417 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000604 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.4310 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 7.38 |
Source: PubChem CID 8181 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 60173436 |
| CAS Number | 112-39-0 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl hexadecanoate |
| EC Number | 203-966-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)14CO2CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 270.45 |
| Exact Mass | 270.2559 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | FLIACVVOZYBSBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H34O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17(18)19-2/h3-16H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8181 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29157001 |
| Tariff Code | 2915704010 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- AEC METHYL PALMITATE
- DUB PM COS
- Hexadecanoic acid, methyl ester
- Metholene 2216
- Methyl hexadecanoate
- Methyl n-hexadecanoate
- Methyl palmitic acid
- n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester
- Palmitic acid methyl ester
- Uniphat A60
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl palmitate used for?
Methyl palmitate is used as a fragrance ingredient, a lubricant, and a solvent in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl palmitate?
The formula is CH3(CH2)14CO2CH3 with a molecular weight of 270.45 g/mol.
How should methyl palmitate be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of methyl palmitate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies methyl palmitate in technical grade, suitable for industrial and research applications.
Can Molekula supply methyl palmitate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methyl palmitate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a methyl palmitate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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