Methyl oleate

Methyl oleate (CAS 112-62-9) is the methyl ester of oleic acid, produced by esterification of oleic acid with methanol.

Where is Methyl oleate used?

• Food: flavoring agent and processing aid in fat-based food systems
• Personal care: emollient carrier and emulsifier in skin creams, hair conditioners and color cosmetics
• Metalworking and industrial lubrication: base fluid and additive in cutting oils and rolling fluids
• Biodegradable lubricant formulations: low toxicity and good lubricity
• Surfactants, fatty acid derivatives and oleochemical synthesis: reactive intermediate and solvent
• It serves as a lubricant base, emulsifier and carrier.

Good to know: Standard commercial grades include technical, food-grade and high-purity variants meeting FCC or USP specifications depending on the intended application.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels typically ranging from 70% to 99%+ depending on grade
• Bulk supply in drums and ISO tank quantities