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Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate

CAS 49553-76-6 · Formula C24H46O6 · MW 430.6 g/mol

A polyglycerol oleate emulsifier offering a nonionic, ethoxylate-free route to stable emulsions. It functions as an emulsifier in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

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CAS Number
49553-76-6
Formula
C24H46O6
Molecular Weight
430.6 g/mol
Material Family
Glycols & Polyols
At a Glance
Material Family
Glycols & Polyols
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Surfactancy · Emolliency
Functional Roles
POLYGLYCERYL-2 OLEATE
SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Emulsification: Emulsifier for oil-water cosmetic systems.
  • Co-emulsifier: Supports emulsion stability and texture.
  • Nonionic system: Compatible across a range of formulations.
  • Dispersancy: Aids dispersion of oil-phase components.
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
49553-76-6
Molecular Formula
C24H46O6
Molecular Weight
430.6 g/mol
IUPAC Name
[3-(2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl] (Z)-octadec-9-enoate
INCI Name
POLYGLYCERYL-2 OLEATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
BKZCZANSHGDPSH-KTKRTIGZSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Diglyceryl monooleate 9-Octadecenoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol (1:2) 9-Octadecenoic acid, monoester with oxybis(propanediol) 9-OCTADECENOIC ACID, MONOESTER WITH OXYBIS(PROPANEDIOL 3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl oleate [3-(2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl] (Z)-octadec-9-enoate 3-(2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPOXY)-2-HYDROXYPROPYL (9Z)-OCTADEC-9-ENOATE 9-Octadecenoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Full Description

Polyglyceryl-3 oleate (CAS 49553-76-6) is a nonionic polyglycerol ester of oleic acid. It functions as an emulsifier in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is polyglyceryl-3 oleate used for?

Polyglyceryl-3 oleate (CAS 49553-76-6) is a nonionic polyglycerol ester of oleic acid used as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier for oil-water cosmetic systems. It also aids dispersion of oil-phase components.

Is glyceryl oleate the same as polyglyceryl-3 oleate?

No. Glyceryl oleate is the monoglycerol ester of oleic acid; polyglyceryl-3 oleate is built on a triglycerol backbone, giving different HLB and emulsifying behavior. Confirm CAS 49553-76-6 when specifying.

What is polyglyceryl-3 oleate made from?

It is the ester of oleic acid with triglycerol (polyglycerol-3), CAS 49553-76-6, formula C24H46O6 — a polyglycerol-based nonionic chemistry.

What is the difference between polyglyceryl-3 oleate and polyglyceryl-4 oleate?

They differ in the degree of polyglycerol polymerization (triglycerol vs tetraglycerol), which raises hydrophilicity and HLB for the polyglyceryl-4 grade. Specify the polyglyceryl number for the emulsion type you need.

What grades and packaging is polyglyceryl-3 oleate available in?

Grade and packaging depend on current stock. Contact RawSource with your specification and volume for a bulk quote; CoA and SDS are provided with each lot.

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