Methyl ricinoleate
Chemical compound
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Methyl ricinoleate is a clear, viscous fluid that is used as a surfactant, cutting fluid additive, lubricant, and plasticizer.[1] It is a plasticizer for cellulosic resins, polyvinyl acetate, and polystyrene.[2] It is a type of fatty acid methyl ester synthesized from castor oil and methyl alcohol.[3]
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| Preferred IUPAC name
Methyl (9Z,12R)-12-Hydroxyoctadec-9-enoate | |
| Other names
Methyl ricinoleate; Ricinoleic acid methyl ester; Methyl ricinolate | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.004.976 |
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| Properties | |
| C19H36O3 | |
| Molar mass | 312.494 g·mol−1 |
| Density | 0.9236 g/mL at 22 °C |
| Melting point | −4.5 °C (23.9 °F; 268.6 K) |
| 9.87×10−2 mg/L | |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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