Ethyl oleate

　　Main Applications

　　Pharmaceutical Field:

　　As a pharmaceutical solvent: Due to its good solubility for fat-soluble drugs and high biocompatibility, it is often used in the preparation of injections, ointments, suppositories, etc., such as dissolving steroid drugs and vitamins.

　　Percutaneous absorption promoter: Helps drugs penetrate the skin barrier and enhances the efficacy of local administration.

　　Lubricant: Used as a lubricant in medical devices to reduce frictional injury.

　　Cosmetics and Daily Chemicals:

　　Used in skincare products (such as lotions, creams) and hair care products as an emollient and moisturizer to improve the spreadability and skin feel of the products.

　　As a fragrance solvent, it stabilizes fragrance ingredients and extends the scent release time.

　　Food Industry:

　　As a food additive (permitted by GB 2760), used for compounding flavors, as an antifoaming agent or lubricant, such as regulating mouthfeel in candies and baked goods.

　　Other Fields:

　　As an organic synthesis intermediate, used in the preparation of surfactants, plasticizers, etc.

　　In the textile industry, used as a softener and antistatic agent to improve the hand feel and performance of fibers.

CAS NO: 111-62-6

EC NO: 203-889-5

Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₈O₂

Molecular Weight: 310.5145

Alias: Ethyl octadecenoate;

Structural Formula: