Stearic Acid - Uses, Benefits & Applications

Stearic acid, also known by its INCI name Octadecanoic Acid, is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with the chemical formula C18H36O2 and CAS number 57-11-4. The Stearic Acid presented by Mars Oleochemicals is derived from palm oil and RBD palm stearin and is supplied in white bead or granular form for use across a variety of personal care, home care and industrial applications.

Stearic acid is widely incorporated into cosmetic and personal care formulations such as moisturizers, lotions, sunscreens, makeup products, soaps and baby lotions. Depending on the formulation, it can contribute to texture, consistency, structure and emulsion stability, helping formulators develop finished products with the desired physical characteristics.

Stearic acid is also commonly used in soap and home care formulations. In soaps, it can contribute to product hardness, structure and consistency, while in laundry and household formulations it may perform different functional roles depending on the formulation system. These characteristics make stearic acid a versatile raw material for manufacturers serving both personal and household care markets.

Mars Oleochemicals supplies palm-derived Stearic Acid for customers requiring raw materials for cosmetics, personal care, soap, household and industrial manufacturing. Produced from palm-based feedstocks such as palm oil and RBD palm stearin, stearic acid is available for diverse manufacturing requirements. Buyers can contact Mars Oleochemicals for specifications, documentation, packing options and commercial enquiries.