Ammonium linoleate is a chemical compound with the chemical formula . This is an organic ammonium salt of linoleic acid.
Synthesis Ammonium linoleate is synthesized through the reaction of linoleic acid with aqueous ammonia.
Physical properties Ammonium linoleate typically appears as a yellow paste with an ammoniacal odor.
It is soluble in water, ethanol, and methanol, and can emulsify in solvents such as naphtha, toluene, mineral oil, and others.
Uses Ammonium linoleate is used in organic synthesis as a surfactant, detergent, and emulsifier. Also used in cosmetics.
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