Tripalmitin

Name:
Tripalmitin
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	palmitin; glyceryl tripalmitate
M Formula:	C3H5(OOCC15H31)3
Properties:
White, crystalline powder. Mp 65.5C, d 0.866 (80/4C). Soluble in ether and chloroform; insoluble in water. Combustible.
Derivation:
From glycerol and palmitic acid.
Grade:
Technical.
Use:
Soap, leather dressing.