Molekula
Glyceryl trioleate
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Glyceryl trioleate is a natural triglyceride derived from vegetable oils, primarily used as an emollient, lubricant, and stabilizer in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food applications. It provides non-greasy skin feel, enhances texture, and extends product shelf life. This chemical has a CAS number of 122-32-7, with the molecular formula (C17H33COOCH2)2CHOCOC17H33 and a molecular weight of 885.4. It requires storage between -15 to -20°C, carries no signal word for hazard classification, and is non-toxic under normal use. Molekula supplies Glyceryl trioleate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — £74.60 per pack ex VAT · £89.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light brown or light yellow coloured liquid |
| Assay/Purity | ≥97% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Flash Point | 254 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to yellowish, oily liquid |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | -4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 237 °C at 18 atm |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in chloroform, ether, carbon tetrachloride and slightly soluble in alcohol |
| Refractive Index | 1.4676 |
Source: PubChem CID 5497163 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 31260426 |
| CAS Number | 122-32-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,3-bis[[(Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl (Z)-octadec-9-enoate |
| EC Number | 204-534-7 |
| Molecular Formula | (C17H33COOCH2)2CHOCOC17H33 |
| Molecular Weight | 885.4 |
| Exact Mass | 884.7833 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(OC(=O)CCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC)COC(=O)CCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC |
| InChIKey | PHYFQTYBJUILEZ-IUPFWZBJSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C57H104O6/c1-4-7-10-13-16-19-22-25-28-31-34-37-40-43-46-49-55(58)61-52-54(63-57(60)51-48-45-42-39-36-33-30-27-24-21-18-15-12-9-6-3)53-62-56(59)50-47-44-41-38-35-32-29-26-23-20-17-14-11-8-5-2/h25-30,54H,4-24,31-53H2,1-3H3/b28-25-,29-26-,30-27- |
| PubChem CID | 5497163 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2916.15.51.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2916150090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Glycerin trioleate
- Glycerol trioleate
- Glycerol triolein
- Oleic acid triglyceride
- Oleic triglyceride
- Oleyl triglyceride
- Raoline
- Triolein
- Trioleoylglyceride
- Trioleoylglycerol
Frequently asked questions
What is glyceryl trioleate commonly used for?
Glyceryl trioleate is primarily used as a lubricant, emollient, and plasticizer in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products due to its non-toxic and non-irritating properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glyceryl trioleate?
The chemical formula is **(C17H33COOCH2)2CHOCOC17H33**, and the molecular weight is **885.4 g/mol**.
How should glyceryl trioleate be stored?
Store glyceryl trioleate at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grades or purity levels of glyceryl trioleate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade and cosmetic-grade glyceryl trioleate** with high purity standards.
Can Molekula supply glyceryl trioleate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide glyceryl trioleate in **bulk quantities** tailored to your specific requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of glyceryl trioleate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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