Olive oil
SIAL/75343 - tested according to Ph. Eur.
Synonym: Olivae oleum virginale
CAS Number: 8001-25-0
MDL Number: MFCD00131764
Product Type: Chemical
| agency | tested according to Ph. Eur. |
| USP/NF | |
| density | 0.910 g/cm3 |
| form | viscous liquid |
| functional group | ester |
| oleic acid | |
| Quality Level | 200  |
| shipped in | ambient |
| storage temp. | room temp |
| Application: | Olive oil has been used: • as a source of energy and carbon in the medium for lipase and biosurfactant production • in pharmacological preparations of exemestane and estradiol • in preparation of wax-oil lubricants to reduce the shear between skin and personal protective equipment (PPE) |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Olive oil has a wide range of therapeutic and culinary applications. It is used as a source of fat in Mediterranean food. The anti-atherogenic effects of olive oil can contribute to the low rate of cardiovascular mortality. Long-term consumption of olive oil is proven to be good for human health and it aids in preventing breast cancer, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | The health benefits of olive oil result from its higher proportion of monounsaturated fats, as well as its antioxidant constituents: hydroxytyrosol, oleuropein and oleocanthal. |
| General description: | Olive oil is extracted from the fruit of the olive tree. Oleic acid, phenolic compounds, and squalene are the key constituents of olive oil. |
| Hazard Codes | Xi |
| Risk Statements | 38 |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
| Flash Point(F) | 235.4 °F - closed cup |
| Flash Point(C) | 113 °C - closed cup |
| Density | 0.910 g/cm3 |
| Storage Temp. | room temp |
| UNSPSC | 12352200 |