Description

1-Myristoyl-3-Butyryl-Rac-Glycerol CAS NO 100732-08-9 is a structured triglyceride, a synthetic lipid molecule engineered for specific functional and nutritional properties. This compound is valued for its role as a model compound in lipid metabolism research and as a potential functional ingredient in advanced nutritional formulations. It is primarily utilized by researchers in biochemistry and product developers in the nutraceutical and specialty food industries seeking to study or manipulate fat absorption and energy delivery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and model substrate for studying lipase enzyme activity, fat digestion, and lipid absorption pathways.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a potential structured lipid ingredient in medical nutrition and sports supplements designed for controlled energy release.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Investigated for use as a lipid-based carrier in drug delivery systems to enhance the bioavailability of poorly soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Cosmetic Formulations: Can be employed as an emollient or conditioning agent in high-end skincare products due to its specific fatty acid profile.
• Food Science Research: Acts as a tool for studying the physical properties, stability, and nutritional effects of structured fats in food matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Myristoyl-3-Butyryl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	100732-08-9
Molecular Formula	C21H40O5
Molecular Weight	372.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Myristoyl-3-butyrylglycerol; rac-1-Myristoyl-3-butyrylglycerol; 1-Tetradecanoyl-3-butanoylglycerol; Glycerol 1-myristate 3-butyrate; Myristoyl Butyryl Glycerol; Structured Lipid MG(14:0/0:0/4:0); Triglyceride 14:0/0:0/4:0
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Myristoyl-3-Butyryl-Rac-Glycerol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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