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Linoleyl lactate

Also known as Linoleyl lactate, DL-, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 9,12-octadecadienyl ester, (Z,Z)-, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (9Z,12Z)-9,12-octadecadien-1-yl ester

CAS 198133-45-8Formula C21H38O3Molar mass 338.53 g/mol
Linoleyl lactate chemical structure, C21H38O3, CAS 198133-45-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
198133-45-8
Formula
C21H38O3
Molar mass
338.53 g/mol
HS code
291811
Category
Emollients

What is Linoleyl lactate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Linoleyl lactate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C21H38O3 and a molar mass of 338.53 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 198133-45-8. The IUPAC name is [(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate
CAS number
198133-45-8
Molecular formula
C21H38O3
UNII
2F80FF64C5
INCI name
LINOLEYL LACTATE
InChIKey
IRBIQMVFKGDEDT-NQLNTKRDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C21H38O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-24-21(23)20(2)22/h7-8,10-11,20,22H,3-6,9,12-19H2,1-2H3/b8-7-,11-10-
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCC=CCC=CCCCCCCCCOC(=O)C(C)O
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCCOC(=O)C(C)O

Synonyms

  • Linoleyl lactate, DL-
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 9,12-octadecadienyl ester, (Z,Z)-
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (9Z,12Z)-9,12-octadecadien-1-yl ester
  • Linoleyl lactate, (+-)-
  • Linoleyl lactate, (+/-)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
338.53 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
338.2821 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.72calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.76calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name LINOLEYL LACTATE(skin conditioning - emollient, skin conditioning)

Cosmetic functions

  • Skin conditioning
  • Skin conditioning - emollient

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Linoleyl lactate is traded under.

HS 2918.11Indicative HS code

Lactic acid, its salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$635M
+9.6% vs 2023, imports $719M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China22.0%
  2. Thailand20.0%
  3. Spain11.4%
Top importers
  1. United States11.6%
  2. Spain10.3%
  3. Germany7.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Linoleyl lactate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Linoleyl lactate, based on the data on this page

What is Linoleyl lactate?

Linoleyl lactate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C21H38O3 and a molar mass of 338.53 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 198133-45-8. The IUPAC name is [(9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate.

What is the CAS number of Linoleyl lactate?

The CAS registry number of Linoleyl lactate is 198133-45-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Linoleyl lactate?

The molecular formula of Linoleyl lactate is C21H38O3 and its molar mass is 338.53 g/mol.

What is Linoleyl lactate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Linoleyl lactate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Linoleyl lactate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Linoleyl lactate?

Linoleyl lactate is usually classified under HS code 291811 (Lactic acid, its salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Linoleyl lactate?

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