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Oleic Acid

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Oleic Acid

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Product Description:

A fatty acid used as an emulsifier, lubricant, and dispersing agent in coatings and pigment preparations.

Properties:

  • Monounsaturated: It is an unsaturated fatty acid with one double bond, which gives it its liquid state at room temperature.
  • Emollient & Moisturizing: It softens the skin and helps retain moisture, acting as a natural emollient.
  • Antioxidant: It helps protect against damage from free radicals.
  • Good Absorption: The human body absorbs and metabolizes it efficiently.
  • Insoluble in Water: It is not soluble in water but dissolves in organic solvents.
  • Smooth Texture: It provides a smooth texture in cosmetic formulations.
  • Carrier: It is an excellent carrier for other nutrients and active ingredients in food and cosmetic products.

Applications:

  • Food Industry: Found in cooking oils and spreads, it improves oxidation stability and prolongs shelf life.
  • Cosmetics: Used in lotions, creams, and hair products for its moisturizing, softening, and emollient qualities.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a solvent for drugs, enhances absorption of topical and lipophilic drugs, and aids in creating soft pills.
Industrial:
  • Lubricants: Used in biodegradable lubricants and as a textile auxiliary to soften fibers.
  • Chemicals: Acts as an emulsifier, component in cutting fluids, defoamer, and corrosion inhibitor.
  • Materials: A precursor for biodegradable plastics and a component in biofuel production.

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