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Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid

CAS Number: 57-11-4

Molecular Formula: C18H36O2

Saturated Fatty Acid(C18: 0)Lubricant & Surfactant IntermediateFCC / USP / REACH CompliantISO 9001 Plant Stearic Acid

About Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid is a long-chain saturated fatty acid universally preferred in industrial, cosmetic, and polymer applications for multiple requirements. Stearic acid functions as a lubricant, surfactant, emulsifier, stabiliser, and processing aid. Supplied as technical, cosmetic, and industrial grade, it is used in polymer...

Synonyms

  • aluminum monostearate
  • aluminum tristearate
  • ammonium stearate
  • calcium stearate
  • magnesium stearate
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Stearic Acid Specifications

CAS Number
57-11-4
Molecular Formula
C18H36O2
IUPAC Name
octadecanoic acid
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
InChI Key
QIQXTHQIDYTFRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
EINECS Number
200-313-4
MDL Number
MFCD00002752
UNSPSC Code
12352106 (Synthesis grade), 41116107 (Pharmaceutical grade).
HSN No
2915.70.20 / 3823.11.00
GHS Hazard Statements
H315 (25.1%): Skin corrosion/irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes
P264, P280, P302+P352, P321, P332+P317, & P362+P364

Lubricants & Release Agents

Metal, plastic, and rubber processing; mold release agents

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Emulsifier and stabiliser in soaps, creams, lotions, and hair care products

Polymer & Resin Additives

Processing aid, stabiliser, and dispersing agent in PVC, polyethylene, and thermoplastics

Industrial Additive

Used in candles, waxes, and surfactant formulations

Temperature

Store at ambient temperature

Environment

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place

Shelf Life

Up to 3 years under recommended conditions

COA
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  1. aluminum monostearate
  2. aluminum tristearate
  3. ammonium stearate
  4. calcium stearate
  5. magnesium stearate

Stearic Acid FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

Delivery Terms

FOB*

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

US Availability

US Facility Inventory

Documentation

US SDS · COA · TDS · Specification sheet

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GHS classification*

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