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Monolinolein

Also known as Glycerol monolinoleate, Glyceryl oleolinoleate, [(2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl] (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate

CAS 26545-74-4Formula C21H38O4Molar mass 354.53 g/molEC 218-901-4
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Monolinolein chemical structure, C21H38O4, CAS 26545-74-4
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
26545-74-4
Formula
C21H38O4
Molar mass
354.53 g/mol
EC number
218-901-4
HS code
291615
Category
Emollients

What is Monolinolein?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

1-linoleoyl-sn-glycerol is a 1-acyl-sn-glycerol that is the S-enantiomer of 1-monolinolein. It is a 1-acyl-sn-glycerol and a 1-monolinolein. It is an enantiomer of a 3-linoleoyl-sn-glycerol.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[(2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl] (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
CAS number
26545-74-4Other or deprecated CAS: 2277-28-3, 67968-46-1
EC numbers
218-901-4, 247-788-4
Molecular formula
C21H38O4
UNII
MGG581HK1Y
INCI name
GLYCERYL LINOLEATE
InChIKey
WECGLUPZRHILCT-GSNKCQISSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C21H38O4/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-21(24)25-19-20(23)18-22/h6-7,9-10,20,22-23H,2-5,8,11-19H2,1H3/b7-6-,10-9-/t20-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCC=CCC=CCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCC/C=C\C/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)OC[C@H](CO)O

Synonyms

  • Glycerol monolinoleate
  • Glyceryl oleolinoleate
  • [(2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl] (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
  • Maisine 35-1
  • Linoleic acid monoglyceride
  • Linoleic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
  • ((2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl) (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
  • mLG cpd
  • glyceryl linoleic acid monoester
  • 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (9Z,12Z)-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
  • Glyceryl Monolinoleate
  • 1-Linoleoyl-(2S)-glycerol
  • alpha-Glyceryl linoleate
  • alpha-Monolinolein
  • 1-linoleoyl-sn-glycerol
  • Oleinate 288
  • 1-linoleoylglycerol
  • Corn glycerides
  • (9Z,12Z)-Octadeca-9,12-dienoic acid, monoester with glycerol
  • 1-mono-linolenin
  • a-Linoleic Acid (2S)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester, (9Z,12Z)-9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid (2S)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester,
  • 1-linoleoyl-glycerol
  • (S)-1-monolinolein
  • 3-O-(9Z,12Z-Octadecadienoyl)glycerol
  • 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl 9,12-octadecadienoate
Show all 37 synonyms
  • sn-1-monolinoleoylglycerol
  • (S)-1-O-linoleoylglycerol
  • 1-linoleoyl-sn-monoglyceride
  • (+-)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl 9(Z),12(Z)-octadecadienoate
  • (2S)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
  • MAG(18:2n6/0:0)
  • MAG(18:2w6/0:0)
  • MG(18:2n6/0:0)
  • MG(18:2w6/0:0)
  • 1-(9Z,12Z)-octadecadienoyl-sn-glycerol
  • 1-(9Z,12Z-octadecadienoyl)-sn-glycerol
  • MAG(18:2/0:0)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
354.53 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
354.277 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.7calc.
Topological polar surface area
66.76 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
25calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.76calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)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

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Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name GLYCERYL LINOLEATE(skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, skin conditioning)

Cosmetic functions

  • Skin conditioning
  • Skin conditioning - emollient
  • Surfactant - emulsifying

Regulatory status

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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 Monolinolein is traded under.

HS 2916.15Indicative HS code

Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters

World exports in 2024
$204M
−5.6% vs 2023, imports $199M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Italy20.3%
  2. China14.4%
  3. India * partner reported8.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany18.4%
  2. France * partner reported8.7%
  3. China5.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Monolinolein?

1-linoleoyl-sn-glycerol is a 1-acyl-sn-glycerol that is the S-enantiomer of 1-monolinolein. It is a 1-acyl-sn-glycerol and a 1-monolinolein. It is an enantiomer of a 3-linoleoyl-sn-glycerol.

What is the CAS number of Monolinolein?

The CAS registry number of Monolinolein is 26545-74-4. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 2277-28-3, 67968-46-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Monolinolein?

The molecular formula of Monolinolein is C21H38O4 and its molar mass is 354.53 g/mol.

What is Monolinolein used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Monolinolein hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Monolinolein 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 Monolinolein?

Monolinolein is usually classified under HS code 291615 (Oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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