Sodium palmitate
Also known as: Sodium hexadecanoate, Sodium pentadecanecarboxylate, Palmitic acid sodium salt, Hexadecanoic acid sodium salt, sodium hexadecanoate, sodium pentadecanecarboxylate, HEXADECANOIC ACID SODIUM SALT, Hexadecanoic acid, sodium salt
Sodium palmitate (CAS 408-35-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H31NaO2 and a molecular weight of 278.406 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 283-290 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 340.6ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 154.1ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 408-35-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-26257-2
- Molecular Formula
- C16H31NaO2
- Molecular Weight
- 278.406 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 283-290 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 340.6ºC at 760mmHg |
| Flash Point | 154.1ºC |
| Exact Mass | 278.222168 |
| PSA | 40.13000 |
| LogP | 4.21760 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
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 Sodium palmitate?
The CAS number of Sodium palmitate is 408-35-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium palmitate?
Sodium palmitate has molecular formula C16H31NaO2 and molecular weight 278.406 g/mol.
Is Sodium palmitate hazardous?
Sodium palmitate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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