Stearic Acid, C18H36O2

Cat No:MSA-QCY-0140

Description

Stearic Acid is a long-chain fatty acid raw material used in surfactant synthesis, soaps, lubricants, coatings and personal-care formulations.

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Basic Information

INCI Name	Stearic Acid
Chemical Name	Palmitic Acid
EC / EINECS Number	266-928-5
Chemical Formula	C18H36O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol)	284.48
Appearance	White beads or crystals, depending on grade.
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol and acetone; readily soluble in ether, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, benzene and carbon disulfide
Melting Point	54–57°C()
Color (APHA/Hazen)	≤10
Moisture (%)	≤0.5
Acid Value (mgKOH/g)	206–212()
Saponification Value (mgKOH/g)	207–213()
Iodine Value (g/100g)	≤0.5()
Stearic Acid Content (%)	≥90()
Inorganic Acid Content (%)	≤0.001
Heavy Metals (ppm)	≤5
Packaging	20 kg or 25 kg bags
Storage Conditions	Store sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture, heat and direct sunlight.
Shelf Life	24 months (unopened)

Applications

Used in personal care, detergents, surfactant manufacture, lubricants, coatings, plastics and other formulations for emolliency, consistency, emulsification, lubrication or intermediate synthesis.

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