Suzhou Oleic Acid Manufacturer, Cosmetic Grade Raw Material | Food Emulsifier

Oleic acid is found in olive oil (55-85%), palm oil, and other animal and vegetable oils. By saponifying and acidifying oils with high oleic acid content, oleic acid can be separated. Pure oleic acid is a colorless oily liquid with an animal or vegetable oil odor. Over time, it darkens when exposed to air. The industrial product is a yellow to red oily liquid with a lard-like odor.

Oleic Acid
Basic Introduction
Chinese Name: 油酸 (Yóu Suān)
Chemical Name: Oleic Acid
INCI Name: Oleic Acid
CAS Registry Number: 112-80-1
EINECS Number: 200-001-8
Molecular Formula: C18H34O2
Molecular Weight: 282.46
HS Code: 3823120000
Synonyms: Red oil, Octadecenoic acid, Octadecenoic acid, red oil, Polishing compound (red), cis-9-Octadecenoic acid, cis-Octadec-9-enoic acid, 9-Octadecenoic acid, cis-9-Octadecenoic acid, cis-Octadec-9-enoic acid, (Z)-9-Octadecenoic acid, Oleic acid, 112-80-1, Aladdin reagent, red oil, oleoate, Metaupon, Oleic acid, Oleic acid, AR, Metal polish, red, OmniPur Oleic Acid, 9-Octadecenoic acid (9Z), Polishing compound, red, 9-cis-Octadecenoic acid, cis-9-Octadecenoic acid, 9-Octadecenoic acid, cis-, Oleic acid CETEARYL ALCOHOL Manufacturer,

Application Fields
1. Food Additives:
Food Additives: Oleic acid is used as a food additive, primarily to improve the taste and texture of food. It is also used in the production of edible oils, such as olive oil, which contains a high proportion of oleic acid.
Emulsifier: Oleic acid is used as an emulsifier in food preparation, helping to mix oil and water phases and improve food texture.
2. Chemical Industry
Surfactant Manufacturing: Oleic acid can be used to synthesize surfactants, such as oleamide, for the production of detergents, cleaners, and cosmetics. These products have good cleaning and emulsifying properties.
3. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Drug Preparation: Oleic acid can be used as a raw material in drug preparation for synthesizing intermediates of certain drugs. It is also used in some ointments and topical drug formulations.
Drug Delivery: Oleic acid is used in drug delivery systems, such as nanodrug carriers, to enhance the bioavailability of drugs.
4. Daily Chemical Industry
Soap and Shampoo: Oleic acid is one of the main ingredients in many soaps and shampoos, providing stable foam and good cleaning and lubricating effects.
Skincare Products: Due to its moisturizing properties, oleic acid is often used in skincare products such as creams, lotions, and hand creams to help keep the skin hydrated.

Packaging Method
Kraft Bags

Stability and Storage Conditions
Oleic acid is relatively safe for humans under normal use conditions, but direct contact with skin and eyes should be avoided.
Long-term exposure to high concentrations may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Appropriate protective measures, such as wearing suitable protective clothing, gloves, and goggles, should be taken when handling or using oleic acid.
During storage and handling, contact with oxidizers or flammable materials should be prevented to avoid fire risks.

Product Compliance
Specification Range: EP
Specific Gravity: ≈0.892
Total Ash, %: ≤0.1
Oleic Acid Content, %: 65.0-88.0
C14, %: ≤5.0
C16, %: ≤16.0
Palmitoleic Acid, %: ≤8.0
C17 (Animal), %: ≤4.0
C17 (Plant), %: ≤0.2
Linoleic Acid, %: ≤18.0
Linolenic Acid, %: ≤4.0
C18, %: ≤6.0
＞C18, %: ≤4.0
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: 195-204
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: 89-105
Peroxide Value: ≤10

Specification Range: USP
Specific Gravity: 0.889-0.895
Residue on Ignition, mg: ≤1
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g: 196-204
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g: 89-95
Freezing Point (Animal), ℃: 3-10
Freezing Point (Plant), ℃: 10-16