Oleic Acid (9‑Octadecenoic Acid) – LR Grade, 500 ml

Oleic Acid, also known as 9‑Octadecenoic Acid, is supplied in a 500 ml bottle and manufactured to Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade. This naturally occurring monounsaturated fatty acid is widely used in educational chemistry and biology laboratories for the study of lipids, organic acids, and structure–property relationships.

Identified by CAS Number: 112‑80‑1 and with no UN number, oleic acid is not classified as hazardous for transport when handled appropriately. It is a clear to pale yellow oily liquid at room temperature, insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents, making it suitable for demonstrations involving fats, oils, and emulsions.

Supplied in liquid form, oleic acid is easy to dispense and store, providing reliable and reproducible results for supervised classroom practical work and demonstrations.

Key Features

• Oleic Acid (9‑Octadecenoic Acid)
• Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade
• 500 ml bottle – suitable for educational use
• CAS No: 112‑80‑1
• No UN number – non‑hazardous for standard handling
• Monounsaturated fatty acid
• Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
• Clearly labelled for safe storage and handling
• Suitable for school chemistry and biology laboratories

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Oleic Acid is well suited to GCSE and A‑Level science lessons, particularly when studying lipids, fatty acids, carboxylic acids, and organic molecules derived from natural sources. All practical work should be teacher‑led and carried out under appropriate supervision.

• Studying fatty acids and lipids
• Supporting lessons on organic acids
• Investigating structure–property relationships
• Demonstrating properties of oils and fats
• Developing practical skills in handling organic liquids

Reliable, familiar, and curriculum‑relevant, Oleic Acid LR Grade 500 ml is a valuable teaching reagent that supports effective organic and biological chemistry instruction while reinforcing good laboratory practice.