Description

17-Octadecenoic Acid Methyl Ester is a monounsaturated fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) derived from oleic acid. This high-purity chemical intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing specialized surfactants, lubricants, and other oleochemical derivatives. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, lubricant additive, and polymer plasticizer industries for its excellent emollient properties and reactivity.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Synthesis: A key raw material for producing biodegradable, non-ionic surfactants used in detergents and cleaning formulations.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient and conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Used to formulate bio-based lubricants and as an additive to improve viscosity and stability.
• Polymer Industry: Serves as a plasticizer and intermediate in the production of polyesters and other specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or building block in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry.
• Biofuel & Oleochemicals: Can be utilized as a component or intermediate in biodiesel and other renewable fuel research.

Basic Information

Product Name	17-Octadecenoic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	18654-84-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₃₆O₂
Molecular Weight	296.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Oleate; Methyl (Z)-9-Octadecenoate; Oleic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl cis-9-Octadecenoate; 9-Octadecenoic Acid (Z)-, Methyl Ester; Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (C18:1); FAME (C18:1); Methyl 9-Octadecenoate
EINECS	242-473-6

Quality Control

Our 17-Octadecenoic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	80 - 90 g I₂/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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