Methyl oleate
CAS 112-62-9
EC 203-992-5
Formula C19H36O2
MW 296.49 g/mol
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Description
Methyl oleate (CAS 112-62-9) is a fatty acid methyl ester derived from oleic acid, produced by the esterification of methanol with oleic acid. It is sold under trade names including Emery 2301, Emerest 2801, and Edenor MeTiO5, and is also referred to as methyl octadecenoate or methyl-cis-oleate. It carries no assigned E-code.
In personal care formulations, methyl oleate functions as an emollient by integrating into the lipid barrier of skin, reducing transepidermal water loss rather than simply coating the surface. In metalworking and lubricant applications, its ester structure provides film-forming properties that reduce friction between metal surfaces. It also serves as a carrier and fixative in fragrance systems due to its low volatility.
Methyl oleate is available in technical and cosmetic grades and is subject to REACH registration within the EU. Procurement quantities typically range from drums to ISO tank containers. Buyers should confirm grade suitability against FCC specifications for food-contact applications.
In personal care formulations, methyl oleate functions as an emollient by integrating into the lipid barrier of skin, reducing transepidermal water loss rather than simply coating the surface. In metalworking and lubricant applications, its ester structure provides film-forming properties that reduce friction between metal surfaces. It also serves as a carrier and fixative in fragrance systems due to its low volatility.
Methyl oleate is available in technical and cosmetic grades and is subject to REACH registration within the EU. Procurement quantities typically range from drums to ISO tank containers. Buyers should confirm grade suitability against FCC specifications for food-contact applications.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | -19.9 °C |
| Boiling Point | 218.5 °C @ Press: 20 Torr |
| Density | 0.8739 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | >230 °F |
| Appearance | colourless liquid |
| Color | Clear yellow to amber |
| Odor | at 100.00?%. mild fatty |
| Form | Oily Liquid |
| Water Solubility | Miscible with alcohol, ether and chloroform. Immiscible with water. |
| Vapor Pressure | 10 mm Hg ( 205 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.452(lit.) |
| Log P | 7.450 |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Warning GHS07
H
H319
P
P280P264+P265P337+P317P305+P351+P338
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29161500 |
| UN Number | 1206 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 1 |
Other Names
methyl (Z)-octadec-9-enoatemethyl-cis-oleatemethyl (Z)-9-octadecenoatemethyl cis-9-octadecenoateEmery 2301Emerest 2801Edenor MeTiO5
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