Propyl oleate

CAS: 111-59-1

Category: Organic Intermediates

PurityIndustrial Grade ≥98%, Cosmetic Grade ≥99%, High-Purity Grade ≥99.5%
Molecular FormulaC21H40O2
Molecular Weight324.54
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow oily liquid with a mild fatty odor
Packaging25 kg/drum, 180 kg/steel drum, 200 kg/polyethylene-lined drum, or customized industrial packaging
Testing IndicatorsAppearance — Visual inspection; Identification — FTIR spectroscopy and GC-MS; Purity — Gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID); Acid value — Potentiometric titration (ASTM D664); Ester value — Saponification value determination (ASTM D1980); Water content — Karl Fischer titration (ASTM E203); Density — Digital density meter (ASTM D4052); Refractive index — Abbe refractometer (ASTM D1218); Peroxide value — Iodometric titration (AOCS Cd 8b-90).
Storage NotesStore in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat, and ignition sources. Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent oxidation and contamination. Avoid prolonged exposure to air, moisture, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage of high-purity material, nitrogen blanketing is recommended.
Lead Time10 days
Propyl oleate is an ester derived from oleic acid and propanol. It is mainly used as an emollient, lubricant, and conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations. It is also applied as a solvent for oil-soluble compounds, a component of specialty lubricants, a plasticizer additive, and an intermediate in organic synthesis and industrial chemical production.