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Oleyl lactate

Also known as Pelemol ol, Dermol ol, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (9Z)-9-octadecenyl ester

CAS 42175-36-0Formula C21H40O3Molar mass 340.55 g/mol
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Oleyl lactate chemical structure, C21H40O3, CAS 42175-36-0
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
42175-36-0
Formula
C21H40O3
Molar mass
340.55 g/mol
HS code
291811
Category
Emollients

What is Oleyl lactate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Oleyl lactate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C21H40O3 and a molar mass of 340.55 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 42175-36-0. The IUPAC name is [(Z)-octadec-9-enyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[(Z)-octadec-9-enyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate
CAS number
42175-36-0
Molecular formula
C21H40O3
UNII
B3AWW0N3GM
INCI name
OLEYL LACTATE
InChIKey
VKPCTXYZANSYRP-KHPPLWFESA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C21H40O3/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-24-21(23)20(2)22/h10-11,20,22H,3-9,12-19H2,1-2H3/b11-10-
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCCOC(=O)C(C)O
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCCOC(=O)C(C)O

Synonyms

  • Pelemol ol
  • Dermol ol
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (9Z)-9-octadecenyl ester
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 9-octadecenyl ester, (Z)-
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (9Z)-9-octadecen-1-yl ester
  • (+-)-Oleyl lactate
  • Oleyl lactate, (+-)-
  • (+/-)-Oleyl lactate
  • Oleyl lactate, (+/-)-
  • [(Z)-octadec-9-enyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate
  • oleyl DL-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
340.55 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
340.2977 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
5.95calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
17calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.86calc.
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 OLEYL LACTATE(skin conditioning - emollient)

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • 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 Oleyl 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 Oleyl lactate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Oleyl lactate?

Oleyl lactate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C21H40O3 and a molar mass of 340.55 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 42175-36-0. The IUPAC name is [(Z)-octadec-9-enyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate.

What is the CAS number of Oleyl lactate?

The CAS registry number of Oleyl lactate is 42175-36-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Oleyl lactate?

The molecular formula of Oleyl lactate is C21H40O3 and its molar mass is 340.55 g/mol.

What is Oleyl lactate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Oleyl lactate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Oleyl 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 Oleyl lactate?

Oleyl 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.

Where can I buy Oleyl lactate?

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What is the price of Oleyl lactate?

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