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Stearic Acid
Stearic Acid CAS 57-11-4 (1801, 1810, 1820, 1838, 1840,1842,1860,1865)
  • CAS:

    57-11-4
  • Molecular Formula:

    C18H36O2
  • Quality Standard:

    Industrial, Cosmetic, Pharma
  • Packing:

    25kg/bag
  • Factory Site:

    Anhui, China
  • Mininmum Order:

    25kg
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  • Manufacturer:

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  • Product Details
Stearic acid (CAS 57-11-4), also named octadecanoic acid, is a saturated long-chain fatty acid obtained by oil hydrolysis. Multiple commercial grades are available, differentiated by fatty acid composition (C18/C16 ratio), pressing times and application fields such as cosmetic, industrial, pharmaceutica grade etc.. It shows white waxy flakes/beads/powder with mild fatty odor, owning excellent lubrication, emulsification and mold release performance. TNJ Chemical is the leading manufacturer and exporter since from 2001. We guarantee high quality, competitive price, stable supply, fast delivery and tech support etc. To find more, please contact sales@tnjchem.com

 

Product Information

Chemical Name: Stearic Acid

Alias: Octadecanoic acid

CAS No.: 57-11-4

EINECS No.: 200-313-4

Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Molecular Weight: 284.48

MDL No.: MFCD00002752

 

Chemphysical Properties

Appearance White to slight yellow waxy flakes / beads / powder

Odor Faint characteristic fatty smell

Density (20℃) 0.84–0.87 g/cm³

Melting Point 54–72℃ (depends on grade)

Boiling Point 383℃

Flash Point 196℃

Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform

 

Quality Specification & Grade Classification
Test Item 1801 Single Pressed 1810 Double Pressed 1820 1838 1840 Triple Pressed 1842 1860 High C18 1865
Acid Value (mgKOH/g) 203–208 205–210 213–215 210–211.5 206–211 208–210 207–212 200–206
Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) 204–209 206–211 214–216 211–212.5 207–212 209–211 208–213 201–207
Iodine Value (gI₂/100g) ≤ 8.0 4.0 0.15 0.22 2.0 0.25 1.0 0.8
Moisture (%) ≤ 0.3 0.25 0.08 0.08 0.2 0.08 0.2 0.2
Colour (Hazen) ≤ 300 200 50 65 200 55 80 60
Ash (%) ≤ 0.05 0.04 0.001 0.001 0.03 0.001 0.03 0.03
Titer (℃) 54–56 55–57 55–56 55–57 56–58 55–56 59–61 58–61
C16 (Palmitic acid) % 38–44 34–40 75–80 58–63 28–34 54–58 12–18 30–36
C18 (Stearic acid) % 54–60 60–66 18–23 36–41 66–72 40–45 82–88 63–68

Use & Application

Single pressed grade: rubber vulcanization activator, candle raw material, low-grade coating additive.

Double pressed grade: plastic lubricant, release agent, raw material for calcium/zinc stearate.

Triple pressed grade: cosmetic emulsifier, thickener, soap raw material, pharma excipient.

High C18 grade: high-temperature lubricant, specialty wax, high-performance coating additive.

Vegetable-based grade: vegan cosmetics, food contact materials, halal/kosher compliant formulations.

 

Packing

25kg kraft paper bag with PE inner liner, or customized packing as customer request.

 

Delivery & Storage

Store in dry, cool and ventilated warehouse, keep away from moisture, heat and strong oxidants. 

Avoid direct sunlight. Not dangerous goods for transport. 

Shelf life: 24 months under proper storage.

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