Compound Q&A
Is Potassium (9Z)-9-octadecenoate (CAS: 143-18-0) safe?
Answer
Potassium (9Z)-9-octadecenoate is generally considered safe when handled properly. However, it should be used with caution as it can cause skin and eye irritation. Safety standards recommend wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following standard chemical handling protocols to ensure safe use in laboratory and industrial environments.
About
CAS No
143-18-0
English Name
Potassium (9Z)-9-octadecenoate
Molecular Formula
C18H33KO2
Molecular Weight
320.5517 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[K+]
InChIKey
MLICVSDCCDDWMD-KVVVOXFISA-M
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08