murphyPotassium Linoleate
AKA: 3414-89-9, Linoleic acid, Potassium salt, PRISAVON KL, Potassium salt (1:1)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in plant oils like sunflower and soybean. Synthesized by saponification of linoleic acid with potassium hydroxide to form the potassium salt.
9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (Z,Z)-, potassium salt
Formula
C18H31KO2
Mol. Weight
318.50
CAS #
3414-89-9
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Removes Impurities
Emulsifier
Controls Viscosity
Fights Bacteria
Locks In Moisture
Removes dirt and impurities
Mixes oil and water
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR