Tristearin, also known as Glycerol tristearate, is a triglyceride composed of three units of stearic acid. It is intended for research use only. This compound is frequently utilized as a component in solid-lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) for the development of advanced drug delivery systems, increasing the cellular uptake rate of carried drugs and thereby enhancing drug efficacy.
- Increases cellular uptake rate of carried drugs
- Enhances drug efficacy
- Molecular weight: 891.48
- Chemical formula: C57H110O6
- Appearance: White to off-white solid
- Initial source: Plants
- Shipping: Room temperature (continental US)
- Storage (powder): -20°C for 3 years, 4°C for 2 years
- Storage (in solvent): -80°C for 6 months, -20°C for 1 month