Oleic Acid 75% is a fatty acid used in cosmetics, detergents, and manufacturing processes across East Africa.
Oleic Acid 75% serves primarily as a building block in formulations requiring emulsifying and surfactant properties.
Packaging
180 kg drums standard, 25 kg drums on request
Supply Region
Kenya, East Africa
Supplier
Zenco Systems Ltd
Oleic Acid 75% serves primarily as a building block in formulations requiring emulsifying and surfactant properties. Its monounsaturated fatty acid content allows it to blend oil and water phases effectively, making it indispensable in detergents, soaps, and cosmetics. The product is a pale yellow viscous liquid with chemical formula C18H34O2 and is chemically known as cis-9-octadecenoic acid.
Manufacturers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and the wider East African region rely on this grade of oleic acid for producing stable personal care products, industrial lubricants, and textile finishes. Its moderate purity level of 75% balances performance and cost efficiency for bulk industrial use. As a commercial commodity, securing consistent supply and verified quality from a knowledgeable source like Zenco Systems Ltd is crucial for maintaining uninterrupted production cycles in these markets.
The availability of Oleic Acid 75% facilitates local manufacturers in East Africa to develop detergents and chemical products tailored to regional conditions, reducing reliance on imported finished goods. Its role spans from acting as a raw material to serving as a processing aid, vital in several downstream chemical manufacturing processes.
Oleic Acid 75% is primarily composed of cis-9-octadecenoic acid molecules, which have a single double bond in the cis configuration making it a monounsaturated fatty acid. At 75% purity, the product is not a pure chemical but a technical grade blend commonly derived from vegetable oils through controlled hydrolysis and partial purification. The remaining 25% typically consists of related fatty acids and minor impurities which can influence its performance in formulations.
In practical use, Oleic Acid 75% functions as an effective emulsifier by bridging the polar and nonpolar components of mixtures, allowing them to form a stable, homogeneous solution. This property is essential in detergents and personal care products where the product must remove oily soils and suspend particles. It also acts as a mild surfactant modifying the surface tension between substances.
Its viscosity and yellowish color reflect its natural source and minor impurities, which do not usually impair performance but require awareness during quality audits. The fatty acid’s ability to react with alkalis produces oleates, key components in soap making. Furthermore, its compatibility with other fatty acid derivatives, plasticizers, and lubricants explains its wide industrial relevance.
Performance characteristics important to procurement include confirmation of minimum purity at 75%, expected viscosity range, and stability to oxidation, which affects shelf life. Buyers should ensure storage and handling practices that limit exposure to heat and air to preserve the acid’s quality. Overall, Oleic Acid 75% offers a cost-effective and versatile solution tailored to East African industrial needs.
Oleic Acid 75% is widely used in creams, lotions, and soaps as an emollient and emulsifier. It improves the texture and stability of formulations by blending oil and water phases and enhancing skin absorption. Typical usage levels range from 1% to 10%, depending on formulation complexity. It contributes to moisturizing effects and mild surfactancy while reducing irritancy compared to harsher alternatives.
In detergent production, Oleic Acid 75% functions as a raw material for soap base formation through saponification with alkalis. It enhances the cleaning and foaming properties by generating oleate salts, which efficiently remove grease and dirt. Usage depends on product type but often constitutes a significant fatty acid source in liquid and bar detergents.
Oleic Acid 75% acts as an additive in industrial lubricants to improve viscosity and film formation on machine parts. Its fatty acid structure offers good lubricity, reducing friction and wear under moderate operating conditions. It is typically blended in minor proportions to optimize performance without compromising thermal stability.
Used as an intermediate in producing plasticizers and surfactant agents, Oleic Acid 75% provides flexibility to polymers and lowers surface tension in aqueous systems. The acid undergoes esterification and other chemical modifications to tailor properties for specific industrial applications in plastics and emulsions.
In textile manufacturing, Oleic Acid 75% is applied as a lubricant and softening agent during fiber processing and finishing. It improves fabric handle and reduces frictional damage by coating fibers with a hydrophobic layer. Its emulsifying properties assist in dye dispersion and fixation, aiding uniform coloration.
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The 75% purity grade balances price and performance, making it an economical choice for largescale detergent and cosmetic manufacturers. Lower cost compared to higher purity grades allows savings on raw material expenditure without sacrificing critical functionality.
Its chemical properties enable Oleic Acid 75% to serve multiple roles including emulsifier, surfactant precursor, lubricant additive, and plasticizer intermediate. This versatility reduces the need to source multiple separate chemicals, simplifying inventory management and supplier dealings.
Sourcing Oleic Acid 75% through Zenco Systems Ltd offers manufacturers in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and East Africa dependable supply chains. This reduces lead times, shipping costs, and import dependency, helping maintain smooth production runs and competitive market pricing.
The product’s moderate viscosity and presence of minor natural antioxidants contribute to better oxidation resistance compared to pure fatty acids. This enhances shelf life and reduces product degradation risks in finished goods, which benefits manufacturers and end users alike.
Oleic Acid 75% is available in standard 180 kg drums suitable for industrial customers requiring bulk quantities. For smaller scale or pilot production, 25 kg drums can be supplied upon request. Zenco Systems Ltd supports flexible packaging options to meet logistical needs across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Packaging ensures moisture and contamination protection for sensitive fatty acid grades, allowing secure cross-border transportation and ease of handling within East Africa.
Standard formats: 180 kg drums standard, 25 kg drums on request
Store Oleic Acid 75% in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers. Use containers made of steel or suitable plastics as the acid can corrode certain metals. Seal drums tightly to prevent oxidation and moisture ingress, which can degrade product quality. Typical shelf life under optimal conditions is 12 to 24 months. Handling requires gloves and eye protection to avoid skin and eye irritation from prolonged contact with the fatty acid.
Oleic Acid 75% is a mild irritant to skin and eyes; protective gloves and goggles should be worn during handling. In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with soap and water. If eye exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Avoid inhalation of vapors or mists. Dispose of containers and residues according to local hazardous waste regulations. Refer to the material safety data sheet (MSDS) provided by Zenco Systems Ltd for complete safety information.
Oleic Acid 75% serves as a key fatty acid raw material in soap formation and improves detergent emulsification and grease removal by generating oleate salts upon saponification.
Yes, Zenco Systems Ltd provides Oleic Acid 75% across East Africa, including Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and neighboring countries, supporting cross-border logistics with suitable packaging and documentation.
Yes, it is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emulsifier and emollient, contributing moisturizing properties and formulation stability.
Standard packaging is 180 kg drums for industrial clients, with 25 kg drums available on request for smaller scale users or trials.
Store in sealed steel or compatible containers, in a cool, dry, ventilated place away from heat and oxidizers. Avoid moisture and air exposure to prevent degradation.
Wear protective gloves and goggles to prevent skin and eye irritation. In case of contact, rinse skin or eyes thoroughly with water and seek medical advice if necessary.
Purity is specified as a minimum of 75%, but buyers should confirm exact purity and related impurities through the supplier’s certificate of analysis at the time of order.
This product grade is intended for industrial applications such as detergents and cosmetics and is not certified as food grade.
Oleic Acid 75% is only partially soluble in water and typically requires emulsification agents for stable aqueous formulations; it is soluble in organic solvents like alcohols and oils.
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