Surfactants
REACH
Oleamide
CAS Number
301-02-0
EC Number
206-103-9
What is Oleamide?
Oleamide (CAS 301-02-0), also known as oleic acid amide, is a fatty acid amide derived from oleic acid; used primarily as a slip agent and surface modifier.
Where is Oleamide used?
- Plastics: migrates to the surface of polyethylene and polypropylene films to reduce coefficient of friction
- Personal care: emollient and emulsifier in creams, conditioners and lip products
- Food-contact materials: internal lubricant and slip additive in films and coatings
- Wax blends and release formulations: dispersing agent
- It reduces surface friction in polymer films and acts as an emulsifier and dispersing agent.
Good to know: Food-contact and technical grades are the most commonly available, with specifications aligned to FDA 21 CFR and EU food-contact regulations.
Commercial specifications
- Purity levels typically range from 95% to 99%
- Higher-purity grades sourced for personal care and food-adjacent end uses
Other Names (Synonyms)
Oleyl amide|Oleic acid amide|cis-9,10-Octadecenoamide|9Z-octadecenamide|(Z)-Octadec-9-enoic acid amide|(Z)-9-Octadecenamide|(9Z)-9-Octadecenamide|ODA
What are the physical properties of Oleamide?
Melting Point 76 °C
Boiling Point 433.3±24.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 0.94 g/cm³
Appearance White Powder
Color White to off-white
Form neat
Water Solubility Insoluble in water.
Log P 6.882 (est)
How is Oleamide classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H320 Causes eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
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.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Oleamide?
HS Code 29241990
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 1