The Palmitic Acid by Dinâmica, available at LojaLab, is hexadecanoic acid, a straight-chain saturated fatty acid containing 16 carbon atoms with molecular formula C16H32O2. Its C16:0 structure makes it an important reference compound in organic synthesis, lipid chemistry, and model systems requiring a saturated fatty acid of defined chain length.
Characteristics
- Straight-chain saturated fatty acid with 16 carbon atoms, also known as hexadecanoic acid;
- Molecular formula C16H32O2 and approximate molar mass of 256.42 g/mol;
- Lipid structure identified by the notation C16:0.
Applications
- Synthesis of fatty-acid derivatives, esters, and other C16-chain compounds;
- Lipid chemistry and composition studies using palmitic acid as a reference compound;
- Preparation of mixtures and model systems requiring a saturated C16:0 fatty acid.
Technical Specifications
- Product: Palmitic Acid
- Brand: Dinâmica
- Chemical name: Hexadecanoic acid
- CAS: 57-10-3
- Molecular formula: C16H32O2
- Molar mass: 256.42 g/mol
- Available quantity, volume, or capacity: 250 g
Technical Data
| Chemical class | Long-chain carboxylic acid |
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| Chain type | Saturated, C16 |
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| Lipid notation | C16:0 |
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| Primary function | Reagent in lipid chemistry and synthesis |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palmitic Acid used for?
Palmitic Acid is used in the synthesis of fatty-acid derivatives, lipid chemistry studies, and model systems requiring a saturated C16:0 chain.
What are the main characteristics of Palmitic Acid?
Palmitic Acid is hexadecanoic acid, with molecular formula C16H32O2, an approximate molar mass of 256.42 g/mol, and a saturated 16-carbon structure.
What does the C16:0 notation mean for Palmitic Acid?
For Palmitic Acid, C16:0 indicates a chain containing 16 carbon atoms and zero carbon-carbon double bonds, which identifies it as a saturated fatty acid.
What quantities of Palmitic Acid are available?
Palmitic Acid is available in 250 g presentations. For other quantities, recurring purchases, or larger requirements, contact the sales team to check availability and request a quotation.
How can companies and institutions purchase Palmitic Acid and request a formal quotation?
Companies, laboratories, educational institutions, and research organizations can purchase Palmitic Acid directly from LojaLab. For recurring purchases, internal approval processes, research funding, public procurement, or formal quotation requirements, contact the sales team.
Professional Use and Safety Guidance
This product is intended for professional use in scientific research, laboratory analysis, education, and compatible industrial applications.
Each product has its own handling, storage, and disposal requirements. Before use, consult the corresponding SDS and follow the manufacturer's instructions and the safety procedures adopted by the institution.
LojaLab provides guidance on product selection and provenance; defining the use protocol and verifying suitability for the final application are the responsibility of the purchasing professional or institution.
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