Decyl Oleate

Chemical Name: 9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, decyl ester

CAS#: 3687-46-5

• Product Details & Information

  Decyl Oleate is produced from decyl alcohol and naturally occurring oleic acid, a fatty acid derived from plant and animal sources such as avocados, olive oil, canola oil, beef, palm oil and lard. Decyl Oleate is a personal care ester that acts as a lubricant and is primarily used in makeup removal and as an emollient that works as a softening agent in various skin care products.

  Key Decyl Oleate Properties

  When applied to the skin, Decyl Oleate leaves a thin, non-greasy film that softens the skin and creates a smooth appearance. Decyl Oleate is a yellowish liquid that produces a characteristic fatty acid odor. It is also insoluble in water.

  In addition, Decyl Oleate has a boiling point of 300° C / 572° F and a flash point of 215° C / 419° F. This personal care ester is not flammable, nor does it form flammable aerosols. Decyl Oleate exhibits a vapor pressure of 0.00001 mbar at less than 20° C / 68° F and a density of 0.864 g/cm³. The product will not decompose under appropriate storage conditions.

  MSDS Information for Decyl Oleate

  According to the Decyl Oleate safety sheet, the product is virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact or ingestion. While hand and respiratory protection are not required when handling or working with the product, workers should wear appropriate eye protection (safety goggles with side shields).

  Store Decyl Oleate at a temperature within a range of 5° C to 30° C / 41° F to 86° F. Follow all local regulations when disposing of the product.

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• Uses & Applications

  Primary uses and applications for Decyl Oleate include:

  • Personal care/cosmetics: Facial moisturizers and lotions, makeup removers, anti-aging creams, hand and foot creams, aftershave lotions, eye creams, baby lotions, foot odor control products, concealers, facial cleansers, blush, conditioners, facial masks, skin fading/lightening products, styling gels, sunscreens, body wash
  • Note: Decyl Oleate may clog skin pores, so it should not be used in acne products.
• Shelf Life
  1-Year Shelf-Life from the date of manufacture kept at ambient temperatures unopened
• INCI Name
  Decyl Oleate