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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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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point283-290 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point340.6ºC at 760mmHg
Flash Point154.1ºC
Exact Mass278.222168
PSA40.13000
LogP4.21760

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915709000
Summary2915709000. 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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How to cite: Jingsj. "Sodium palmitate (CAS 408-35-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26257-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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