Description

Retinol Oleate is a lipid-soluble ester of retinol (Vitamin A) and oleic acid, offering enhanced stability and bioavailability. This compound is valued for its potent vitamin A activity and skin-conditioning properties, making it a crucial functional ingredient in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the cosmetic, personal care, and nutraceutical industries for developing high-performance anti-aging, moisturizing, and skin-repair products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Formulations: A key active ingredient in anti-aging serums, creams, and lotions for its skin-renewing and moisturizing benefits.
• Personal Care Products: Used in body oils, lip balms, and after-sun care products to improve skin texture and barrier function.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into softgel capsules and oil-based supplements as a stable source of Vitamin A.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed in ointments and creams for dermatological treatments targeting skin repair and regeneration.
• Hair Care Solutions: Added to hair oils and treatments to nourish the scalp and improve hair strength and luster.
• Advanced Delivery Systems: Utilized in lipid-based nanoemulsions and microencapsulation for targeted and sustained release of active ingredients.

Basic Information

Product Name	Retinol Oleate
CAS No.	631-88-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₈H₆₂O₂
Molecular Weight	550.9 g/mol
Synonyms	Vitamin A Oleate; Retinyl Oleate; all-trans-Retinyl Oleate; Oleic Acid Retinol Ester; Retinol, 9-octadecenoate; Oleic Acid, Retinyl Ester; Vitamin A Palmitate Analog (Oleate); 9-Octadecenoic Acid, (3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-yl) Ester
EINECS	211-176-8

Quality Control

Our Retinol Oleate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and IR for identification. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg

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