Soya fatty acids

Soya fatty acids (CAS 68308-53-2), also supplied under the designation soybean-oil fatty acids, are a mixed-chain fatty acid blend derived from refined soybean oil.

Where is Soya fatty acids used?

• Coatings, polymer and lubricant manufacturing: reactive intermediates, surface modifiers and plasticizing agents
• Alkyd resins: esterified with polyols to produce semi-drying coatings with controlled flexibility and adhesion for architectural and industrial paints
• Adhesives and sealants: improve substrate wetting and adjust tack
• Plastics and rubber compounding: internal lubricants and softeners that reduce processing torque and improve surface release
• Metalworking fluids: bio-based lubricity additives in cutting and forming fluids
• They are utilized in both solvent-borne and reactive systems to enhance performance.

Good to know: Iodine value and acid value are the primary grade-defining parameters buyers should confirm against their specific application requirements and technical standards.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging: drums to ISO tank containers