GLYCERYL OLEATE- ▸ Emulsification: Nonionic W/O and O/W emulsifier
- ▸ Solubilization: Carrier for oil-soluble actives and fragrances
- ▸ Emollient: Skin-conditioning agent in creams and lotions
- ▸ Dispersing agent: Wetting and dispersing additive in industrial blends
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Glycerol mono-ester of oleic acid (CAS 111-03-5, C21H40O4) used as a nonionic emulsifier, emollient, and solubilizer. Common in cosmetic and personal-care emulsions and as an emulsifying/dispersing additive in industrial formulations.
Regulatory & registration requirements
- TSCA (US):
- REACH (EU): Not determined from public registry
- EC number: 203-827-7
Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What is glyceryl oleate made of?
Glyceryl oleate (GMO, CAS 111-03-5, C21H40O4) is the glycerol mono-ester of oleic acid. It is produced by esterifying glycerin with oleic acid (a C18 unsaturated fatty acid), yielding a nonionic monoglyceride.
What is another name for glyceryl oleate?
Common synonyms include glycerol monooleate, glyceryl monooleate, GMO, and monoolein. The INCI name is Glyceryl Oleate; CAS 111-03-5.
What is glyceryl oleate used for?
It functions as a nonionic W/O and O/W emulsifier, a solubilizer/carrier for oil-soluble actives and fragrances, an emollient in creams and lotions, and a wetting/dispersing additive in industrial blends.
Is glyceryl oleate water soluble?
No. As a lipophilic monoglyceride it is oil-soluble and disperses in oil phases; it is not appreciably soluble in water, which is why it is used to emulsify and carry oil-soluble components into aqueous systems.
What is the cost of bulk glyceryl oleate and how is it packaged?
RawSource supplies glyceryl oleate in bulk drum, tote, and IBC quantities for manufacturers. Pricing is volume-dependent; request a bulk quote with your target grade and packaging, and a CoA and SDS are available on request. HS classification is 3824.99.
What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of Glyceryl Oleate (Glyceryl Monooleate, GMO)?
Glyceryl Oleate (Glyceryl Monooleate, GMO) (CAS 111-03-5) is listed as Active on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory; its REACH registration status is not determined from the public ECHA registry.