Description

Tricaprin is a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) consisting of three decanoic acid (capric acid) chains esterified to a glycerol backbone. This high-purity synthetic lipid is valued for its consistent composition and excellent stability, making it a critical component in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and specialty chemical industries for use as an excipient, a model compound, and a chemical intermediate.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a lipid vehicle in lipid-based drug delivery systems (LBDDS) to enhance the bioavailability of poorly water-soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a component in specialized medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil blends for nutritional and metabolic applications.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly for lipase activity assays and metabolic research.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end cosmetic formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a building block or intermediate in organic synthesis and the production of more complex lipid derivatives.
• Model Compound: Functions as a well-defined reference standard in chromatography and analytical method development for lipid analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tricaprin
CAS No.	621-71-6
Molecular Formula	C33H62O6
Molecular Weight	554.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Decanoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester; Glyceryl tridecanoate; Glycerol tricaprate; Caprin triglyceride; Tri-n-decanoylglycerol; 1,2,3-Tricaprin; Tridecanoylglycerol; Triglyceride C10:0
EINECS	210-702-0

Quality Control

Our Tricaprin is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or waxy mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	30 - 33 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.