Description

Cholesteryl Palmitate is a high-purity cholesterol ester, a critical biochemical intermediate formed from cholesterol and palmitic acid. This compound is essential for research and development in lipid metabolism, membrane biophysics, and advanced material science. It serves as a key reference standard and raw material for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and life science industries requiring precise lipid components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard in analytical methods (HPLC, GC) for studying cholesterol esterification, lipid profiles, and metabolic disorders like atherosclerosis.
• Biomedical & Diagnostic Reagents: A vital component in formulating diagnostic kits and assays for measuring cholesterol and its esters in clinical samples.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end creams, lotions, and liposomal delivery systems.
• Biomimetic Membrane Studies: Employed in the construction of artificial lipid bilayers and vesicles (liposomes) to model cell membrane properties and study drug permeation.
• Material Science: Investigated for its liquid crystal properties and potential use in advanced optical and display technologies.
• Nutritional Science: Used in research concerning dietary fat absorption, transport, and metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl Palmitate
CAS No.	601-34-3
Molecular Formula	C43H76O2
Molecular Weight	625.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholesterol Palmitate; Cholest-5-en-3β-ol 3-palmitate; 3β-Hydroxycholest-5-ene 3-palmitate; Palmitic Acid Cholesteryl Ester; Cholesteryl hexadecanoate; NSC 8798
EINECS	210-001-2

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl Palmitate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR, NMR), purity assay (HPLC), and impurity profiling to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	90 - 95 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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