Description

2,3-Diacetyloxypropyl Hexadecanoate is a high-purity specialty ester with the CAS registry number 71629-06-6. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its unique chemical structure that combines lipophilic and hydrophilic properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for formulating advanced products requiring specific solubility and stability profiles.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an effective emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of prodrugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring targeted delivery.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Functions as a plasticizer or co-monomer to modify the flexibility and processing characteristics of specialty polymers.
• Lubricant & Functional Fluid Additives: Employed as a synthetic base stock or additive to enhance lubricity and thermal stability.
• Surfactant & Detergent Formulations: Serves as a non-ionic surfactant precursor or a hydrotrope in industrial and institutional cleaning products.
• Chemical Synthesis: A key building block for organic synthesis, particularly in creating complex esters and glyceride analogs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Diacetyloxypropyl Hexadecanoate
CAS No.	71629-06-6
Molecular Formula	C23H42O6
Molecular Weight	414.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Diacetin-3-palmitin; 2,3-Diacetoxypropyl palmitate; Hexadecanoic acid, 2,3-diacetyloxypropyl ester; Glycerol 1-palmitate 2,3-diacetate; Palmitic acid, diester with 1,2,3-propanetriol diacetate; 1-Palmitoyl-2,3-diacetylglycerol; Glyceryl 1-palmitate 2,3-diacetate
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Quality Control

Our 2,3-Diacetyloxypropyl Hexadecanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise purity and identity specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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