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Ethylene Glycol DiStearate (EGDS) is the diester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid, supplied as white flakes or a waxy solid. Ethylene distearate is a familiar pearlizing and opacifying agent that creates a creamy, pearly appearance in shampoos, liquid soaps, body washes, and detergents. Beyond personal care focus, glycol distearate also serves as an emulsion stabilizer and processing aid in multi industrial formulations. Also known as Octadecanoic acid, 1,2-ethanediyl ester by “Ethylene Glycol Stearate” Ethylene distearate by supplier and manufacturer. We are the leading, trusted Ethylene Glycol DiStearate supplier worldwide and in the United States, with reliable lead times and global supply capability.
Ethylene Glycol DiStearate (EGDS) is the diester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid, supplied as white flakes or a waxy solid. Ethylene distearate is a familiar pearlizing and opacifying agent that creates a creamy, pearly appearance in shampoos, liquid soaps, body washes, and detergents. Beyond personal care focus, glycol distearate also serves as an emulsion stabilizer and processing aid in multi industrial formulations. Also known as Octadecanoic acid, 1,2-ethanediyl ester by “Ethylene Glycol Stearate” Ethylene distearate by supplier and manufacturer. We are the leading, trusted Ethylene Glycol DiStearate supplier worldwide and in the United States, with reliable lead times and global su...
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Oleochemicals
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Glycerides & Esters
Glycol esters
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
Not Classified and not meeting GHS hazard criteria
Not Classified - European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Green circle - Verified to be of low concern based on experimental and modeled data
Plasticizers, Opacifer, Solvents (for cleaning or degreasing), Lubricants and lubricant additives, Processing aids, Surfactant (surface active agent), Viscosity adjustors
Emulsifier, Opacifer, Lubricants and lubricant additives, Plasticizers, Surface active agents, Surfactant (surface active agent), Viscosity adjustors
Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing
Paint and Coating Manufacturing
Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing
Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing
Custom Compounding of Purchased Resin
All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing
15–30 °C
Cool, dry storage; protect from moisture and heat
Store in original packaging to prevent clumping
25 kg bags or cartons
24 months under recommended storage
EGDS is nearly insoluble in aqueous systems.
Glycol Distearate is produced through a chemical reaction called esterification. During this process, stearic acid (a fatty acid often derived from plant or animal sources) is reacted with ethylene glycol.
EGDS serves several purposes in personal care formulations like pearlescing agent, thickening/viscosity controlling agent, emollient/conditioning Agent.
It provides a pearly, opaque appearance and enhances product texture.
Yes with COA, TDS, SDS, and compliance documentation provided with supply.
