Description

1-Palmitoyl-2-Lauroyl-Rac-Glycerol is a synthetic, racemic glyceride ester composed of palmitic and lauric acids. This compound serves as a critical high-purity reference standard and functional lipid for research and development. It is essential for industries requiring precise lipid matrices, including pharmaceutical formulation, advanced nutritional science, and cosmetic product development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Drug Delivery: Used as a lipid component in the development of solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), nanoemulsions, and liposomal formulations for enhanced drug solubility and targeted release.
• Biochemical Research & Standard: Serves as a critical analytical standard and substrate in lipidomics research, enzyme studies (e.g., lipase activity assays), and metabolic pathway investigation.
• Advanced Nutrition: Employed in the formulation of specialized infant formulas, medical nutrition products, and structured lipids designed for specific nutritional and metabolic benefits.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end creams, lotions, and ointments, providing improved texture and barrier function.
• Food Science: Utilized in research on fat crystallization, texture modification, and the development of functional food ingredients with tailored melting profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Palmitoyl-2-Lauroyl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	177717-58-7
Molecular Formula	C31H60O5
Molecular Weight	512.81 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Palmitoyl-2-lauroyl-rac-glycerol; rac-1-Palmitoyl-2-lauroylglycerol; Glyceryl 1-palmitate 2-laurate; PLAG; Palmitoyl Lauroyl Glycerol; 1-Hexadecanoyl-2-dodecanoyl-rac-glycerol; DL-α-Palmitoyl-β-lauroyl-glycerol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Palmitoyl-2-Lauroyl-Rac-Glycerol is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We ensure compliance with relevant GMP and ISO guidelines for laboratory and pharmaceutical-grade materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Acid Value	Contact for details
Peroxide Value	< 1.0 meq/kg

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