Synonym(s)
alpha-D-glucopyranosides, beta-D-fructofuranosyl O-alpha-D-galactopyranosyl 9-octadecenoates; CAS number: 96352-58-8
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"'raffinose' means a non-reducing trisaccharide consisting of D-galactose, G-glucose and D-fructose; 'oleate' salts/esters of oleic acid (cis-9-octadecenoic acid)
Raffinose oleate is used in cosmetic formulations. The ester acts as surfactant (washing-active substance) as well as skin care agent (nourishes the skin), emulsifier (changes the interfacial tension of liquids like water and oil so that they can be mixed together).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer