Butyl oleate

CAS Number

142-77-8

EC Number

205-559-6

Industries: Lubricants & Metalworking Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants & Elastomers Textiles, Leather & Paper

What is Butyl oleate?

Butyl oleate (CAS 142-77-8) is an ester of oleic acid and butanol used as a plasticizer, lubricant, and solvent carrier.

Where is Butyl oleate used?

Coatings and adhesives: plasticizer improving flexibility
Films and sealants: reduces brittleness
Personal care: skin-conditioning carrier for actives and pigments in emollient systems
Textile and leather processing: softening and lubricating agent in fiber treatment and finishing
Metalworking: base fluid or additive component
It is frequently utilized in cutting oils and rust-preventive formulations.

Good to know: Its low volatility and good solvency make it a functional alternative to mineral oil-based carriers.

Commercial specifications

Technical grade standard, purity typically 97% or above
Cosmetic-grade material meeting relevant purity and color specifications
Clear to pale yellow liquid in drums, IBCs, or bulk tankers

Other Names (Synonyms)

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What are the physical properties of Butyl oleate?

Melting Point -26.4 °C

Boiling Point 228 °C @ Press: 15 Torr

Density 0.8704 g/cm³ @ Temp: 15 °C

Flash Point 180°C

Appearance Light-colored, oleaginous liquid; mild odor.Insoluble in water; miscible with alcohol, ether, vegetable and mineral oils. Com- bustible.

Color Colourless

Odor at 100.00 %. mild fatty

Form Oil

Refractive Index 1.4480

Log P 9.754 (est)

How is Butyl oleate classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning

GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Butyl oleate?

HS Code 2916150000

WGK (Germany) 1