Ethyl Oleate
C20H38O2 310.51
9-Octadecenoic acid, (Z)-, ethyl ester;
Ethyl oleate
[111-62-6].
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C20H38O2 310.51
9-Octadecenoic acid, (Z)-, ethyl ester;
Ethyl oleate
[111-62-6].DEFINITION
Ethyl Oleate consists of esters of ethyl alcohol and high molecular weight fatty acids, principally oleic acid.
SPECIFIC TESTS
• Specific Gravity 
841
:
0.866–0.874 at 20
841:
0.866–0.874 at 20
• Viscosity 911:
NLT 5.15 centipoises
911:
NLT 5.15 centipoises
• Fats and Fixed Oils, Acid Value 401:
NMT 0.5
401:
NMT 0.5
• Refractive Index 831:
1.443–1.450
831:
1.443–1.450
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Packaging and Storage:
Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers.
Auxiliary Information—
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| Topic/Question | Contact | Expert Committee |
|---|---|---|
| Monograph | Robert H. Lafaver, M.S.
Scientific Liaison 1-301-816-8335 |
(EXC2010) Monographs - Excipients |
USP35–NF30 Page 1794