Glycol oleate

Glycol oleate (CAS 4500-01-0), also sold as ethylene glycol monooleate, is a fatty acid ester derived from oleic acid and ethylene glycol. It functions as an emulsifier, lubricant, and softening agent across personal care, industrial, and textile applications.

In personal care formulations, it acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products, improving texture and moisture retention. Metalworking and industrial lubricant formulators incorporate it to reduce friction.

It improves surface wetting in cutting fluids and process oils. Textile processors use it as a fiber lubricant and softener during spinning and finishing operations, reducing static and improving handle. In coatings and adhesive systems, it functions as a plasticizer.

This material helps to improve flexibility and substrate adhesion in various industrial coatings. Glycol oleate is supplied as a liquid or low-viscosity oily fluid, depending on purity and processing conditions. Technical grade is the standard offering for industrial applications.

Cosmetic-grade material meeting relevant purity benchmarks is available for personal care use. Packaging typically ranges from drums to IBC containers for bulk procurement. This ensures safe handling and efficient transport for large-scale manufacturing needs.

The chemical properties of this ester make it a versatile component in complex formulations. Its ability to stabilize emulsions while providing lubrication is highly valued in the chemical industry. We ensure consistent quality across all batches supplied to our clients.