Chemistry:Methyl ricinoleate

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Methyl ricinoleate
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Names
Preferred IUPAC name
Methyl (9Z,12R)-12-Hydroxyoctadec-9-enoate
Other names
Methyl ricinoleate; Ricinoleic acid methyl ester; Methyl ricinolate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChemSpider
EC Number
  • 205-472-3
UNII
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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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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