1,3-Dioleoyl-2-palmitoylglycerol (CAS 1716-07-0)

1,3-Dioleoyl-2-palmitoylglycerol, listed under CAS number 1716-07-0, is a triacylglycerol molecule characterized by the presence of two oleic acid chains at the 1 and 3 positions and a palmitic acid chain at the 2 position on a glycerol backbone. This specific arrangement of fatty acids — two monounsaturated oleic acids and one saturated palmitic acid — provides a unique platform for studying lipid behavior and properties in various scientific disciplines. In research, this compound has been extensively used to explore the physical chemistry of fats and oils, particularly how fatty acid composition affects melting behavior, crystallization processes, and the structural organization within lipid systems. The molecule′s asymmetry, with different types of fatty acids in specific positions, makes it particularly useful in studies focusing on the phase behavior of mixed lipid systems, including the formation of liquid crystalline phases and the impact of fatty acid saturation on membrane fluidity. Additionally, 1,3-Dioleoyl-2-palmitoylglycerol has been a subject of interest in food science for understanding how triglyceride composition can influence the nutritional properties and processing characteristics of edible fats. Its unique structural features also facilitate the examination of interactions between triglycerides and other components in complex matrices, crucial for the development of food products with optimized texture and stability.