Cholesteryl palmitate
Also known as: 5-Cholesten-3-beta-ol palmitate, 5-Cholesten-3-palmitate, 5-Cholestene 3-palmitate, Cholesterol palmitate, Cholest-5-en-3b-yl hexadecanoate, Cholesterol, palmitate (8CI), Hexadecanoic acid cholesteryl ester, Hexadecanoic acid, (3β)-cholest-5-en-3-yl ester, MFCD00003638, Palmitic Acid Cholesterol Ester, Cholesterylpalmitate, (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-yl palmitate, (3S,8S,9S,10R,13R,14S,17R)-10,13-Dimethyl-17-[(2R)-6-methyl-2-heptanyl]-2,3,4,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-yl palmitate, (3β)-Cholest-5-en-3-ylhexadecanoat, (3β)-cholest-5-en-3-yl hexadecanoate, 5-CHOLESTEN-3BETA-OL 3-HEXADECANOATE, EINECS 210-002-5
Cholesteryl palmitate (CAS 601-34-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C43H76O2 and a molecular weight of 625.062 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 74-77 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 651.5±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 347.8±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 601-34-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-20930-3
- Molecular Formula
- C43H76O2
- Molecular Weight
- 625.062 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 74-77 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 651.5±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 347.8±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 624.584534 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 18.14 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.506 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Fukuhara N, et al. Cholesteryl palmitate crystals in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid smears as a possible prognostic biomarker for chronic interstitial pneumonia: A preliminary study. Respir Investig. 2016 Mar;54(2):109-15. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Cholesteryl palmitate?
The CAS number of Cholesteryl palmitate is 601-34-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cholesteryl palmitate?
Cholesteryl palmitate has molecular formula C43H76O2 and molecular weight 625.062 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Cholesteryl palmitate?
For Cholesteryl palmitate, Upstream Products: Cholesterol, Palmitic acid, Palmitoyl chloride.
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