Fatty acids, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., Me esters

At a glance

Derived from rapeseed oil, this mixture of C16‑C18 fatty‑acid methyl esters has a mild, characteristic fatty odor and is used as a neutral carrier/diluent in fragrance formulations.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
rapeseed oil
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
fatty acid methyl ester
CAS number
67762-38-3
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01