Description

2-(2-Hydroxypropoxy)-1-Methylethyl Oleate is a specialized oleate ester derivative, valued for its unique combination of lipophilic and hydrophilic properties. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, offering excellent solvency and compatibility in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, coatings, and industrial lubricant sectors seeking advanced performance modifiers.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emollient, skin-conditioning agent, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Used as a plasticizer and processing aid to improve flexibility and workability of polymer systems.
• Industrial Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a synthetic base oil or additive component to enhance lubricity and thermal stability.
• Coatings & Inks: Serves as a coalescing agent and flow modifier in solvent-based and high-solid coating formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block or intermediate for the production of more complex ester derivatives.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Utilized to modify viscosity and improve adhesion properties in various adhesive systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Hydroxypropoxy)-1-Methylethyl Oleate
CAS No.	94108-28-8
Molecular Formula	C25H48O4
Molecular Weight	412.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Oleic acid, 2-(2-hydroxypropoxy)-1-methylethyl ester; 1-Methyl-2-(2-hydroxypropoxy)ethyl oleate; Propylene glycol monooleate ethoxylate; POE (1) propylene glycol monooleate; Polyoxyethylene (1) propylene glycol monooleate; Glycols, polyethylene, monooleate, ether with 1,2-propanediol; (Z)-2-(2-Hydroxypropoxy)-1-methylethyl octadec-9-enoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Hydroxypropoxy)-1-Methylethyl Oleate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent performance standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and compliance are available upon request.

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 acids, strong bases, and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.92 - 0.96

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