VWR Oleic acid, GPR RECTAPUR®, purified

High-Purity Reagent | Oleic Acid, GPR RECTAPUR®, Purified

VWR Oleic Acid, GPR RECTAPUR® grade, is a purified, high-quality monounsaturated fatty acid (C₁₈H₃₄O₂) suitable for trace metal analysis, surface chemistry, lipid formulation, and organic synthesis. With ultra-low levels of elemental impurities (ppb range), it is specifically designed for high-sensitivity applications where metal contamination must be minimized, including pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical research environments.

Product Attributes

• ≥99% purity with ppb-level elemental impurity control
• Conforms to GPR RECTAPUR® grade specifications for analytical use
• Low metal content ideal for trace element studies
• Supplied in glass and plastic bottles, available up to 25 L
• Suitable for use in cleanroom environments, analytical laboratories, and regulated industries

Chemical and Physical Properties

Specification Test Results

• Assay (purity): 67–69%
• Colouration: Max. 10 APHA
• Water content and trace metals:
  • Chloride (Cl⁻): Max. 0.2 ppm
  • Phosphorus (P): Max. 0.01 ppm
  • Sulphur (S): Max. 0.3 ppm
  • Heavy metals (e.g., Fe, Zn, Cu, Pb, Ni): Max. 0.1–1 ppb
  • Rare Earth Elements and transition metals (La, Ce, Gd, etc.): Max. 0.1 ppb
  • Alkali & alkaline earth metals (Na, K, Ca, Mg): Max. 1 ppb

(Full panel includes over 60 elements controlled at ultra-trace levels)

Available Pack Sizes

Applications

• Trace metal analysis and matrix preparation
• Reagent in organic synthesis of esters, surfactants, and lubricants
• Formulation of lipid-based drug delivery systems
• Component in cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical excipients
• Surface chemistry and hydrophobic coating development
• Sample matrix for ICP-MS and AAS analysis

VWR® Oleic Acid, GPR RECTAPUR®, Purified delivers exceptional purity and ultra-low elemental background, ensuring reliability and reproducibility for laboratories and industries operating at the highest analytical standards.