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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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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point74-77 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point651.5±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point347.8±13.2 °C
Exact Mass624.584534
PSA26.30000
LogP18.14
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.506

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman 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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How to cite: Jingsj. "Cholesteryl palmitate (CAS 601-34-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-20930-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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