Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl stearate (CAS: 111-61-5)?
Answer
Ethyl stearate (CAS: 111-61-5) is a saturated fatty acid ester with the chemical formula C20H40O2. It is a white, waxy solid that is odorless, insoluble in water, and soluble in organic solvents. Ethyl stearate is commonly used as a lubricant, emollient, or plasticizer due to its stable chemical properties and non-reactive nature.
About
CAS No
111-61-5
English Name
Ethyl stearate
Molecular Formula
C20H40O2
Molecular Weight
312.538 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC
InChIKey
MVLVMROFTAUDAG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
