Palmitic Acid PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]
CRM
Synonym: Cetylic acid, Hexadecanoic acid
Linear Formula:
C16H32O2
Molecular Weight: 256.42 g/mol
CAS Number: 57-10-3
Properties
| Vapour pressure | 10 mm Hg ( 210 °C) |
| Water Solubility | 0.00005 g/L at 20 °C |
| Assay Purity | >=99 % |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.4273 |
| B pt. | 271.5 °C |
| M pt. | 61-62.5 °C |
| Density | 0.852 g/cm3 |
| Form | Solid |
Safety Information
| Hazard Statement(s) | NA |
| Precautionary Statement | NA |
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| Signal word | NA |
| HS Code | 29157090 |
| Flash point | >230 °F |
| Storage Temp. | Room Temperature |
| Storage Class | 11 - Combustible Solids |
Description
Application
It is used in the manufacture of soaps cosmetics detergents and food products.
Purpose
Palmitic acid mainly serves as an energy source and as a raw material for producing industrial and cosmetic products.
General Description
Palmitic acid is a saturated fatty acid naturally found in palm oil animal fats and many foods.
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