Description

1-Palmityl-2-Acetylglycerol is a synthetic glyceride derivative, specifically a monoacylglycerol, that serves as a crucial intermediate and functional ingredient in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both palmitoyl and acetyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for creating specialized lipids and surfactants with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for its role in drug delivery systems, emulsification, and as a precursor for more complex biochemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of phospholipids and prodrugs for enhanced drug delivery and bioavailability.
• Lipid Research & Biochemistry: Serves as a standard or substrate in enzymatic studies and metabolic pathway research.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams and lotions.
• Specialty Surfactant Production: A key precursor for manufacturing non-ionic surfactants with specific hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) values.
• Bioconjugation & Labeling: Utilized in chemical biology for attaching labels or functional groups to biomolecules.
• Food-grade Emulsifier Development: Investigated for use in creating novel food additives and emulsifying agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Palmityl-2-Acetylglycerol
CAS No.	99945-82-1
Molecular Formula	C21H40O5
Molecular Weight	372.54 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexadecanoyl-2-acetyl-sn-glycerol; 2-Acetyl-1-hexadecanoylglycerol; Palmitoylacetylglycerol; 1-Palmitoyl-2-acetyl-rac-glycerol; 2-Acetyl-1-palmitoylglycerol; rac-1-Palmitoyl-2-acetylglycerol; Monoacetyldipalmitin (related); MAG (16:0/2:0)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Palmityl-2-Acetylglycerol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container headspace should be minimized after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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