Methyl Oleate

Methyl Oleate, also called Methyl cis-9-octadecenoate and Oleic acid methyl ester is a fatty acid methyl ester.


Methyl Oleate: Natural Formation Occurrence


Methyl oleate is the result of the formal condensation of the carboxy group of oleic acid with methanol. Methyl oleate is a natural product found in Maerua oblongifolia, Mentha pulegium, and other organisms.

Product Details

Formula:

C19H36O2

CAS Number:

112-62-9

Also Known As:

Methyl cis-9-octadecenoate; Oleic acid methyl ester

Structure:

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applications:

It is an intermediate material used for detergents, textile treatment, plasticizers, rubbers, and emulsifiers. Some other applications include metalworking fluids, stabilizers, resins, soapmaking, and ink.

Packaging:

55 gallon drums, IBCs, bulk tankers

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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Boiling Point, °C

218/20 mmHg

Density, g/cm3

0.874

Grades

Technical Grade, FCC, Kosher

Melting point, °C

−20

Molecular weight, g/mol

296.49

Odor

Faint fatty odor

Purity, %

99

Refractive index, n20/D

1.452

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