Methyl Palmitate

Origin: Indonesia
CAS Number: 112-39-0
HS Code: 3822.00.19

IUPAC Name: methyl hexadecanoate
Molecular Formula: C17H34O2
Synonyms & Trade Names: Methyl palmitate; Methyl hexadecanoate; Hexadecanoic acid methyl ester
Purity / Assay (%): 98% min
Grade / Quality Level: Technical Grade
Physical Form: Solid

Concentration: Pure substance
Appearance / Color: White to off-white solid
Odor: Faint waxy
Melting Point (°C): 30.0000
Boiling Point (°C): 415
Density (g/cm³): 0.8240
Solubility in Water: Insoluble in water
Signal Word: Warning
UN Number: Not applicable
GHS Hazard Class: Skin corrosion/irritation, Sensitization, Skin
H-Statements: None
P-Statements: P260
REACH Status: Registered
Drug Precursor Status: Non-precursor
Storage Class (GHS): 13
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry place
Industry Usage Tags: Lubricating agent

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Brief Overview
Methyl palmitate also known as palmitic acid methyl ester, is a fatty acid methyl ester with a molecular formula of C17H34O2. Methyl palmitate is a clear colorless crystalline solid in room temperature with low melting point of 32-35 degrees centigrade and insoluble in water.
Manufacturing Process
The production of methyl palmitate is done by reacting methanol and palmitic acid through an esterification process under temperature of 80 degrees centigrade and pressure of 6 bar.