9-Octadecenoic acid (Z)-, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol

At a glance

Glycerol monooleate (monoester of cis‑9‑octadecenoic acid and glycerol) is derived from vegetable oils; it presents a very mild fatty‑waxy note and serves as a neutral base or fixative in fragrance formulations.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Vegetable oils (e.g., soybean, rapeseed)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Acid
CAS number
25496-72-4
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01