Description

Dipalmitin is a specific diglyceride (DG) molecule, a diester of glycerol where two hydroxyl groups are esterified with palmitic acid. This compound is a key intermediate and functional ingredient in lipid chemistry, valued for its role in modifying texture, stability, and crystallization behavior in complex formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries seeking precise control over product consistency and performance.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier, texturizer, and crystallization modifier in margarines, shortenings, confectionery fats, and whipped toppings.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Serves as a skin-conditioning agent, emollient, and viscosity regulator in creams, lotions, and makeup products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient in solid dosage forms and topical preparations, influencing drug release profiles and stability.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex lipids, surfactants, and specialty esters.
• Nutritional Research: Utilized in metabolic studies and as a standard in analytical laboratories for lipid analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipalmitin
CAS No.	26657-95-4
Molecular Formula	C35H68O5
Molecular Weight	568.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dipalmitoyl-rac-glycerol; 1,2-Dipalmitin; rac-1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-glycerol; Glycerol 1,2-dipalmitate; Dipalmitoyl glycerol; Diglyceride DP; DG(16:0/16:0); Palmitic acid diester with glycerol
EINECS	247-889-0

Quality Control

Our Dipalmitin is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, fatty acid composition, and impurity profiles. Specifications can be aligned with Food Grade (FCC) or high-purity standards for research and pharmaceutical applications.

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 and heat sources. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	62 - 67 °C
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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