Potassium olivate

Potassium olivate (CAS 68154-77-8) is the potassium salt derived from olive oil fatty acids. Also marketed as Flerogum O 24E.

Where is Potassium olivate used?

• Personal care: surfactant and emulsifier enabling oil-in-water emulsification and foam generation
• Bar and liquid soap: mild, conditioning lather of traditional olive oil-based soaps
• Facial cleansers and body washes: skin-compatible surfactancy with a naturally derived profile
• Household and industrial cleaning: degreasing and emulsification of oils and residues on hard surfaces
• It supports compliance with green chemistry and eco-label standards.

Good to know: Cosmetic-grade material meets purity requirements for leave-on and rinse-off personal care applications.

Formulation notes

• Softer, more water-soluble, and tends to form a softer, more stable foam than sodium salts.
• Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Typical specification

• Melting point typically between 70-90°C.
• Density approximately 1.02-1.06 g/cm³ in pure form.

Regulatory status

• Has IECIC number 17045.

Storage, packaging and handling

• Should be stored in a tightly closed container in a dry, well-ventilated place.
• Opened containers should be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
• Storage class 8A (combustible, corrosive hazardous materials) according to TRGS 510.

Technical content is compiled and updated by the SoleChem product team from public technical sources; the certificate of analysis (COA) governs product-specific specifications.