Description

Methyl Palmitate CAS NO 112-39-0 is a fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) derived from palmitic acid. It serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and a key reference standard in analytical chemistry. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the personal care, lubricant, and biofuel industries. Its consistent quality and purity make it a reliable choice for formulation and synthesis.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and makeup products.
• Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Used as a biodegradable base oil or additive to enhance lubricity and reduce friction.
• Biofuel & Biodiesel Production: Serves as a primary component (FAME) in biodiesel and as a model compound for research and quality control.
• Chemical Synthesis: A crucial intermediate for producing surfactants, emulsifiers, plasticizers, and other specialty esters.
• Flavors & Fragrances: Employed as a precursor or a subtle fragrance component in fine perfumery.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Widely used in gas chromatography (GC) and other analytical methods for identification and quantification of fatty acid profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Palmitate
CAS No.	112-39-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₄O₂
Molecular Weight	270.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl hexadecanoate; Palmitic acid methyl ester; Hexadecanoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl n-hexadecanoate; Methyl palmitate; FAME C16:0; Cetyl methyl ester; NSC 9854
EINECS	203-966-3

Quality Control

Our Methyl Palmitate is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC), to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications for industrial, cosmetic, and analytical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Melting Point	28 - 31 °C

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