Description

Oleyl Linoleate is a high-purity ester derived from oleyl alcohol and linoleic acid, valued for its excellent emollient properties and oxidative stability. This compound serves as a versatile, non-greasy skin conditioning agent and lubricant, making it a critical ingredient for formulators seeking enhanced product performance. It is primarily utilized in the personal care, cosmetics, and specialty lubricants industries where superior skin feel and material compatibility are required.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Hair Care Products: Used in conditioners, serums, and hair oils to impart shine, reduce frizz, and improve manageability.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Serves as a base or excipient in ointments, creams, and dermal delivery systems for its spreading and moisturizing properties.
• Specialty Lubricants: Functions as a synthetic lubricant or lubricity additive in fine mechanical applications and release agents.
• Plasticizer & Processing Aid: Employed in polymer processing to improve flexibility and workability of certain resins.
• Industrial Additive: Used as a softening agent, dispersant, or surface modifier in various industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oleyl Linoleate
CAS No.	17673-59-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₆₆O₂
Molecular Weight	530.9 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Octadecenoic acid (9Z)-, 9-octadecen-1-yl ester, (9Z,12Z)-; Linoleic Acid Oleyl Ester; Oleyl Linoleate; (Z)-Octadec-9-enyl (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate; Oleyl Ester of Linoleic Acid; 9-Octadecen-1-ol, (9Z)-, (9Z,12Z)-9,12-octadecadienoate
EINECS	241-654-9

Quality Control

Our Oleyl Linoleate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, acid value, and peroxide value are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Saponification Value	105 - 115 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	90 - 110 g I₂/100g
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.880 - 0.900
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.