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Methyl palmitate

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

n-Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester, Methyl hexadecanoate, Palmitic acid methyl ester

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Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)14CO2CH3
CAS Number:
112-39-0
Molecular Weight:
270.45
Beilstein:
1780973
MDL number:
MFCD00008994
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329750450
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

methyl palmitate

manufacturer/tradename

USP

refractive index

n20/D 1.4512 (lit.)

bp

185 °C/10 mmHg (lit.)

mp

32-35 °C (lit.)

density

0.852 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

storage temp.

2-8°C

SMILES string

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC

InChI

1S/C17H34O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17(18)19-2/h3-16H2,1-2H3

InChI key

FLIACVVOZYBSBS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Methyl palmitate, an ester derived from palmitic acid, is used in biologic drug formulations to enhance the solubility and stability of hydrophobic compounds. It serves as a critical excipient in the development of drug delivery systems, improving the bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy of biologics, particularly those with low water solubility.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Methyl palmitate USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as:
  • Castor Oil
  • Hydrogenated Castor Oil
  • Polyglyceryl 3 Diisostearate
  • Polyglyceryl Dioleate
  • Polyoxyl 35 Castor Oil
  • Polyoxyl 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
  • Powdered Saw Palmetto

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
Sales restrictions may apply.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

235.4 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

113.0 °C - closed cup

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