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AB78062

112-67-4 | Palmitoyl chloride

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25g 95% in stock $41.00 $29.00 -   +
100g 95% in stock $89.00 $62.00 -   +
500g 95% in stock $297.00 $208.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AB78062
Chemical Name: Palmitoyl chloride
CAS Number: 112-67-4
Molecular Formula: C16H31ClO
Molecular Weight: 274.8697400000001
MDL Number: MFCD00000742
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)Cl
NSC Number: 9854

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 180  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 18  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1  
Rotatable Bond Count: 14  
XLogP3: 7.3  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route
  • Palmitoyl chloride, also known as hexadecanoyl chloride, is a versatile chemical reagent commonly utilized in chemical synthesis processes. Palmitoyl chloride plays a crucial role in acylation reactions, where it is used to introduce the palmitoyl (hexadecanoyl) functional group into various organic molecules.In organic synthesis, palmitoyl chloride is frequently employed for the modification of biomolecules such as proteins, peptides, and lipids. By reacting with amino or hydroxyl groups present in these molecules, palmitoyl chloride can be used to attach the palmitoyl moiety, enabling the creation of novel bioconjugates with tailored properties.Moreover, palmitoyl chloride is a valuable building block in the preparation of lipophilic compounds, surfactants, and pharmaceutical intermediates. Its ability to undergo acylation reactions with a variety of nucleophiles makes it a versatile tool for the construction of complex organic structures in a controlled and efficient manner.Overall, the application of palmitoyl chloride in chemical synthesis extends to a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and materials science, where its acylating properties are harnessed to create innovative products with diverse functionalities.
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