Description

Vegetable Fatty Acids CAS NO 61788-66-7 are a versatile and naturally-derived class of carboxylic acids obtained from the hydrolysis of plant-based triglycerides. These renewable raw materials are prized for their consistent quality and sustainable profile, offering a high-performance alternative to petrochemical-derived fatty acids. They serve as essential intermediates and functional additives across a wide range of industrial manufacturing sectors, including personal care, food processing, lubricants, and polymer production.

Application

• Soap & Detergent Manufacturing: As a primary raw material for saponification to produce natural soaps and surfactants.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used in the formulation of creams, lotions, and emollients for their conditioning and texturizing properties.
• Food Industry (as processing aids): Functioning as release agents, lubricants, and defoamers in food processing equipment.
• Lubricants & Greases: Acting as friction modifiers and components in the synthesis of bio-based esters for industrial lubricants.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serving as monomers or modifiers in alkyd resins, polyamides, and other polymeric materials.
• Metalworking Fluids: Providing corrosion inhibition and lubricity in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking formulations.
• Candle & Wax Blends: Modifying the melting point, hardness, and burn characteristics of vegetable wax-based products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vegetable Fatty Acids
CAS No.	61788-66-7
Molecular Formula	RCOOH (R = mixture of vegetable-based alkyl chains)
Molecular Weight	Variable (typically 200-300 g/mol)
Synonyms	Fatty Acids, Vegetable; Plant-Derived Fatty Acids; Oleic/Linoleic/Palmitic/Stearic Acid Mixture (Vegetable Source); Hydrolyzed Vegetable Oil Acids; Triglyceride Hydrolysate; Natural Fatty Acids; C16-C18 Vegetable Fatty Acids
EINECS	262-979-1

Quality Control

Our Vegetable Fatty Acids are produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We offer various grades, including technical and refined, tailored to specific application needs. All products are accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as acid value, saponification value, iodine value, and fatty acid composition. Our commitment to quality ensures compliance with relevant industry standards for non-food and food-contact applications where specified.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Prolonged exposure to air may lead to oxidation; keep containers tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to yellow liquid or soft solid
Acid Value	190 - 210 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	195 - 215 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value (Wijs)	40 - 100 g I₂/100g
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5 %
Unsaponifiable Matter	≤ 2.0 %
Color (Gardner)	≤ 5
Fatty Acid Composition (Typical, GC)	Palmitic (C16:0), Stearic (C18:0), Oleic (C18:1), Linoleic (C18:2)

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