Fig. 1 · Structure
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Tristearin
Stearic Acid
Tristearin, also known as glycerol tristearate, is a triglyceride that consists of three stearic acid molecules esterified to a glycerol backbone. This compound serves as a key lipid in various biological studies and is useful in the investigation of lipid metabolism and energy storage. Tristearin is particularly relevant in research related to nutrition, as well as in the formulation of liposomal drug delivery systems and emulsifiers in pharmaceutical applications.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 555-43-1 |
| Applications | Stearic Acid |
| Formula | C57H110O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 891.48 |
| Synonyms | Glycerol tristearate |
| SMILES | O=C(OCC(COC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)OC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC |
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In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.