TRICAPRIN

Synonym(s):Tricaprin;Tridecanoin;Glyceryl tridecanoate;Glycerol tricaprate;Glycerol tris(decanoate)

CAS NO.：621-71-6
Empirical Formula: C33H62O6
Molecular Weight: 554.84
MDL number: MFCD00036239
EINECS: 210-702-0
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-11-02 22:08:50

What is TRICAPRIN?

Description

1,2,3-Tridecanoyl glycerol is a triacylglycerol that contains decanoic acid at the sn-1, sn-2, and sn-3 positions. It has been found in human breast milk. 1,2,3-Tridecanoyl glycerol has been used as a standard for the quantification of triacylglycerols in fish oils by RP-HPLC. Formulations containing 1,2,3-tridecanoyl glycerol have been used in cosmetic products as thickening and skin-conditioning agents.

The Uses of TRICAPRIN

Tricaprin is used to construct solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) as delivery system for bromocriptine (B682600, Mesylate salt). It is also used in cationic SLNs to enhance p53 tumor suppressor gene transfer to lung cancer cells.

Definition

ChEBI: A triglyceride obtained by formal acylation of the three hydroxy groups of glycerol by capric (decanoic) acid.

Properties of TRICAPRIN

Melting point:	31-32 °C
Boiling point:	254 °C / 5mmHg
Density	approximate 0.98 g/ml (20℃)
refractive index	approximate 1.44
Flash point:	20 °C
storage temp.	-20°C
solubility	Chloroform (Sparingly), DMSO (Slightly, Sonicated)
form	neat
form	Solid
color	White to Off-White Low-Melting
BRN	1717683
CAS DataBase Reference	621-71-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Glycerol tridecanoate (621-71-6)

Safety information for TRICAPRIN

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H225:Flammable liquids H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.