Phytanic Acid

Name: Phytanic Acid
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-035723

Reference StandardAvailable on request

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CAS number14721-66-5

FormulaC₂₀H₄₀O₂

Molar mass312.5 g/mol

Physical formSolid

HS code38229090

InChIKeyRLCKHJSFHOZMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid

About Phytanic Acid

Phytanic Acid belongs to the Phytanic Acid reference-standard family in the Zemixal catalogue. Identity at a glance (Reference Standard): CAS 14721-66-5, formula C20H40O2 and molar mass 312.5 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Common uses in the lab and plant

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Handling and storage

Classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315, H319 and H335. Read the SDS before first use.

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Reference standards for Phytanic Acid

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Phytanic Acid standards

Typical uses

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC Research Labs and Universities

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Phytanic Acid
Product name	Phytanic Acid
Catalogue number	ZX-035723
CAS number	14721-66-5
IUPAC name	3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₄₀O₂
Molar mass	312.5 g/mol
Exact mass	312.3028
Grade	Reference Standard
Physical form	Solid
XLogP3	8.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
Topological polar surface area	37.3 Å²
HS code	38229090
InChIKey	RLCKHJSFHOZMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	26840
Synonyms	Phytanoic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecansaeure, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid, Acid, Phytanic, 3,7R,11R,15-tetramethyl-hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecoanoate, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-1-hexadecanoic acid, Phytanoate, 3,11,15-Tetramethylhexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecanoate, 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecoanoic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Phytanic Acid
10 mg	Quoted on request
25 mg	Quoted on request
50 mg	Quoted on request
100 mg	Quoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Phytanic Acid

Which CAS number identifies Phytanic Acid?

Phytanic Acid is registered under CAS 14721-66-5. You may also see it listed as Phytanoic acid, Hexadecanoic acid, 3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-, 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-hexadecansaeure. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-035723.

What are the formula and molar mass of Phytanic Acid?

For Phytanic Acid, its formula is C20H40O2 and its molar mass is 312.5 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecanoic acid. InChIKey RLCKHJSFHOZMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is Phytanic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?

Phytanic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Phytanic Acid. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.

What grade and pack sizes are available for Phytanic Acid?

This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with Phytanic Acid?

Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.

Can Zemixal ship Phytanic Acid to my country?

Yes. Because Phytanic Acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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