Oleic Acid
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Oleic acids are used in varied industries including lubricants, detergents, surfactants, coatings and sealants. Oleic acid can also be found in many cosmetic and personal care products. Market segmentation for oleic acid can be broken down by source, grade, application and geography |
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Oleic acid is a fatty acid that occurs naturally in various animal and vegetable fats and oils. It is an odorless, colorless oil, although commercial samples may be yellowish. In chemical terms, oleic acid is classified as a monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid, abbreviated with a lipid number of 18:1 cis-9. It has the formula CH3(CH2)7CH=CH(CH2)7COOH. The name derives from the Latin word oleum, which means oil. It is the most common fatty acid in nature. The salts and esters of oleic acid are called oleates. |
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Oct 12, 2022 |
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