| Name | Ethyl stearate |
| Synonyms | FEMA 3490 203-887-4 Radia 7185 Ethyl stearate Ethyl Stearate ETHYL STEARATE ethyl octadecanoate ETHYL OCTADECANOATE ETHYL N-OCTADECANOATE STEARIC ACID ETHYL ESTER OCTADECANOIC ACID ETHYL ESTER octadecanoic acid, ethyl ester |
| CAS | 111-61-5 |
| EINECS | 203-887-4 |
| InChI | InChI=1/C20H40O2/c1-3-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20(21)22-4-2/h3-19H2,1-2H3 |
| Molecular Formula | C20H40O2 |
| Molar Mass | 312.53 |
| Density | 1.057 |
| Melting Point | 34-38°C(lit.) |
| Boling Point | 213-215°C15mm Hg(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >230°F |
| JECFA Number | 40 |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and ether, insoluble in water. |
| Vapor Presure | 3.01E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| Appearance | White solid |
| Color | White |
| BRN | 1788183 |
| Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4349 |
| MDL | MFCD00009006 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless and odorless substance, slightly waxy. The melting point of 35~38 deg C, boiling point of 105 deg C (1467Pa). Soluble in ethanol and oil, insoluble in water. |
| Use | For lubricants, water-resistant agents and emulsifiers |
| Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant![]() |
| Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
| Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | WI3600000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 2915 70 50 |
| FEMA | 3490 | ETHYL OCTADECANOATE |
| EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
| appearance | ethyl octaenate is a white crystalline solid. |
| toxicity | GRAS(FEMA). |
| usage limit | FEMA(mg/kg): alcohol-free beverage 2.0; Alcohol-containing beverage 4.0; Cold drink 8.0; Candy 16.0. |
| use | food spices. Mainly used to prepare cured meat essence. Used as a water repellent, lubricant, emulsifier softener. Lubricant. Water repellent. Emulsifier. Used for lubricants, water repellents and emulsifiers, etc. |
| production method | 1. It is prepared by esterification of stearic acid and anhydrous ethanol. 2. Tobacco: OR,26;FC,18. |