Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid

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Description
Description
Natural fatty acid occurring in vegetable fats. Anionic oil-in-water emulsifier. Synonyms: octadecanoic acid, heptadecane-carboxylic acid.
Benefits
  • Acts as good emulsion stabilizing agent
  • Has effective thickening properties
  • Provides a soft, pearly and cooling feel on the skin. Often used in lubricants.
Use
Warm to melt for use. Typical use level 2 - 10%. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of personal care products including soaps, creams, lotions, foundation creams, liquefying creams, shaving creams.
CAS
57-11-4
INCI
Stearic acid
composition
Stearic acid
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
White to yellowish flakes, oil-like odor
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and alcohols
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Vegetable fats and oils
Manufacture
Stearic acid is produced from fats and oils by the saponification of the triglycerides using hot water. The resulting mixture is then distilled.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
No data available
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2915700120