Methyl palmitate

Also known as: Methyl hexadecanoate, Palmitic acid methyl ester, Hexadecanoic acid, methyl ester, Methyl n-hexadecanoate, Methyl hexadecanoate, Methyl palmitate (C16:0), Methyl palmitate standard, Emery 2216, Metholene 2216, Uniphat A60

Methyl palmitate (CAS 112-39-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H34O2 and a molecular weight of 270.451 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 32-35 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 332.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 152.8±7.5 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 112-39-0
Jingsj CID: J-1961771-1
Molecular Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 270.451 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	32-35 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	332.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	152.8±7.5 °C
Exact Mass	270.255890
PSA	26.30000
LogP	7.62
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.441
Additional Property	INSOLUBLE

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. N. R. Di Luzio, et al. Depression of phagocytic activity and immune response by methyl palmitate. Am J Physiol. 1964 May;206:939-43. [2]. Y. N. Wang, et al. Methyl Palmitate, an Acaricidal Compound Occurring in Green Walnut Husks. Journal of Economic Entomology, Volume 102, Issue 1, 1 February 2009, Pages 196–202. [3]. El-Demerdash E, et al, Anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic effects of methyl palmitate. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2011 Aug 1;254(3):238-44.

Additional Information

[1]. N. R. Di Luzio, et al. Depression of phagocytic activity and immune response by methyl palmitate. Am J Physiol. 1964 May;206:939-43. [2]. Y. N. Wang, et al. Methyl Palmitate, an Acaricidal Compound Occurring in Green Walnut Husks. Journal of Economic Entomology, Volume 102, Issue 1, 1 February 2009, Pages 196–202. [3]. El-Demerdash E, et al, Anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic effects of methyl palmitate. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2011 Aug 1;254(3):238-44.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2915709000
Summary	2915709000. palmitic acid and its salts and esters. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl palmitate?

The CAS number of Methyl palmitate is 112-39-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl palmitate?

Methyl palmitate has molecular formula C17H34O2 and molecular weight 270.451 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl palmitate?

For Methyl palmitate, Upstream Products: Methanol, 1-Hexadecanol, Potassium methoxide; Downstream Products: Palmitoylethanolamide, (R)-N-(1-hydroxypropan-2-yl)palmitamide, 16-Hentriacontanone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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