Description

Tripalmitin is a saturated triglyceride composed of three palmitic acid units, serving as a fundamental lipid component and chemical intermediate. Its consistent purity and defined structure make it a critical standard and raw material for research and industrial synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food science, and oleochemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality lipid substrates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Intermediate: Used as a matrix former in controlled-release formulations, a lubricant in tablet manufacturing, and a starting material for synthesizing lipid-based drug delivery systems.
• Reference Standard & Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a primary standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quantifying triglycerides and fatty acid profiles in food, biological, and industrial samples.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Functions as an emollient, viscosity modifier, and occlusive agent in creams, lotions, and lipsticks, providing texture and skin barrier protection.
• Food Science & Research: Employed in nutritional studies, as a calibration standard for fat analysis, and in developing structured lipids and fat substitutes.
• Oleochemical Production: Acts as a key feedstock for the production of fatty acid derivatives, mono- and diglycerides, and surfactants through hydrolysis, transesterification, or hydrogenation processes.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies of lipid metabolism, enzyme activity (e.g., lipases), and as a component in cell culture media or diagnostic kits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tripalmitin
CAS No.	555-44-2
Molecular Formula	C51H98O6
Molecular Weight	807.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceryl Tripalmitate; Palmitin; 1,2,3-Tripalmitoylglycerol; Glycerol Tripalmitate; Tripalmitoylglycerol; Palmitic Acid Triglyceride; Trihexadecanoin; Propane-1,2,3-triyl tris(hexadecanoate)
EINECS	209-098-1

Quality Control

Our Tripalmitin is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity, meeting the stringent requirements for use as a reference material and industrial intermediate. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identification, and relevant physical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	65 - 67 °C
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 2.0 g I2/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %

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