Description

Trichloroacetic Acid Palmityl Ester (C16) is a high-purity, long-chain fatty acid ester derivative of trichloroacetic acid. This specialty chemical is valued for its unique combination of lipophilic character and reactive functional groups, making it a versatile intermediate and additive. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and advanced materials sectors for synthesis and formulation applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, particularly where lipophilicity enhancement is required.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Acts as a specialty emollient, texture modifier, or carrier for active compounds in skin creams and lotions.
• Polymer & Resin Additive: Serves as a plasticizer, modifier, or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations to alter flexibility and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a building block or protecting group reagent in complex organic synthesis, especially in lipid chemistry.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Used as a performance additive to improve the properties of synthetic lubricants and industrial greases.
• Research & Development: A key material in R&D laboratories for developing new chemical entities and studying esterification reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trichloroacetic Acid Palmityl Ester (C16)
CAS No.	74339-54-1
Molecular Formula	C18H33Cl3O2
Molecular Weight	395.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecyl Trichloroacetate; Palmityl Trichloroacetate; n-Hexadecyl Trichloroacetate; Trichloroacetic Acid Cetyl Ester; Cetyl Trichloroacetate; TCA-C16 Ester; 1-Hexadecanol, Trichloroacetate; Trichloroacetic Acid Hexadecyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Trichloroacetic Acid Palmityl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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