Description

1,2-Dipalmitoyl-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol is a synthetic, chemically defined glycerolipid derivative. This compound is a crucial intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the preparation of complex lipids and phospholipid analogs. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel drug delivery systems, lipid-based therapeutics, and high-value biochemical probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor for the development of prodrugs, phospholipid-based drug conjugates, and targeted therapeutic agents.
• Lipid Research & Biochemistry: Used as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies, membrane biophysics research, and the synthesis of structurally defined lipid molecules.
• Drug Delivery Systems: Serves as a building block for constructing liposomes, lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), and other nanocarriers for enhanced drug solubility and targeted release.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex surfactants, emulsifiers, and specialty esters with tailored properties.
• Bioconjugation & Labeling: Acts as a starting material for creating fluorescently tagged or functionalized lipids used in diagnostic assays and cellular imaging.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dipalmitoyl-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	69176-47-2
Molecular Formula	C51H90O5
Molecular Weight	783.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihexadecanoyl-3-O-benzyl-rac-glycerol; 3-O-Benzyl-1,2-di-O-palmitoyl-rac-glycerol; rac-1,2-Dipalmitoyl-3-O-benzylglycerol; 1,2-Dipalmitoyl-3-O-benzyl-sn-glycerol (racemic); 3-Benzyl-1,2-dipalmitoylglycerol; Glycerol, 1,2-dipalmitoyl-3-O-benzyl-, rac-; Benzyl-protected dipalmitoylglycerol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dipalmitoyl-3-o-Benzyl-Rac-Glycerol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure identity, potency, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results is supplied with every order to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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