Description

Palmitoyl Thioglycolate is a high-purity fatty acid derivative of thioglycolic acid, valued for its unique chemical functionality. This compound is essential for applications requiring a specific combination of lipophilic character and reactive thiol chemistry. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Cosmetic Ingredient: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of hair waving/straightening agents and depilatory creams.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for prodrugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring targeted lipophilicity.
• Polymer Modification: Used as a chain transfer agent or functional monomer to introduce thiol groups into polymer backbones.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of thioesters, surfactants, and other specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and material science research for its specific reactive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Palmitoyl Thioglycolate
CAS No.	80863-31-6
Molecular Formula	C18H34O3S
Molecular Weight	330.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecanoyl Thioglycolate; Palmitic Acid Thioglycolate; Thioglycolic Acid Palmitoyl Ester; 2-(Hexadecanoylthio)acetic Acid; Palmitoyl Thioglycolic Acid; Palmitoylthioacetic Acid; Palmitoyl Mercaptoacetate; Palmitoyl TGA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Palmitoyl Thioglycolate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon blanket). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.