| CAS# | 57-11-4 |
| FORMULA | C18H36O2 |
| Synonyms | Octadecanoic acid; Stearophanic acid |
| GROUPS/USES | Cosmetics, Candles, Rubber, Pharmaceuticals |
| Markets | Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Personal care & Pharmaceutical |
FAQ’S
What is Stearic acid?
Stearic acid is a long-chain saturated fatty acid that is found in animal fats, cottonseed, and vegetable oils that is used in cosmetics, rubber, and pharmaceuticals.
What are the uses of Stearic acid?
Stearic acid is used in skincare, hair care, lotions, creams, and ointments. It increases the burning time of candles and produces a clean, odorless flame. It is used as a vulcanizing agent, softener, and dispersant in rubber industry. It is used as a lubricant in tablets, and can protect drugs from degradation.
What are the benefits of Stearic acid use in skincare?
Stearic acid can help to improve the skin’s texture, moisturize the skin, and help to preserve the skin’s barrier. It can also help to improve the texture of cosmetic products and help them spread more evenly.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Stearic acid to users/customers for Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, and Personal care & Pharmaceuticals.
Stearic acid Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | Hard, white or faintly yellow, somewhat glossy and crystalline solid or as a white or yellow white powder |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water; 1gm dissolves in about 20ml of alcohol, in 2ml of chloroform, and in about 3 ml of ether |
| Acid Value | Between 196 and 211 |
| Iodine Value | NMT 7 |
| Lead | NMT 2 mg/kg |
| Residue on Ignition | NMT 0.1% |
| Saponification Value | Between 197 and 212 |
| Titer (Solidification Point) | Between 54.5° and 69° |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | NMT 1.5% |
| Water | NMT 0.2% |