Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38 is a long-chain saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain, derived from natural vegetable palm oil. Its chemical formula is C₁₈H₃₆O₂, and its systematic name is Octadecanoic Acid.
Stearic acid is obtained through the hydrolysis of common vegetable and animal oils and fats. The resulting fatty acids are then subjected to crystallization or distillation. Pressing methods are used to separate the solid saturated fatty acids from the liquid unsaturated fatty acids. Cosmetic-grade stearic acids are typically pressed two or three times to achieve different concentrations.
Stearic acid is an emollient, emulsifier, and lubricant that helps soften and moisturize the skin. Its end-use applications include metallic stearates, fatty amines, alkyd resins, paper, plastics, coatings, paint, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, creams, lotions, polishing compounds, lubricants, surface coatings, candles, pharmaceuticals, and food packaging. It is also used as a softener, accelerator activator, and dispersing agent in rubbers.
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38 is 100% From Natural Tropical Vegetable Palm Oil origin and Kosher certified.
| Product | Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min |
|---|---|
| INCI Name / Origin | Octadecanoic Acid/ Vegetable Origin |
| H.S Code | 3823.11.0000 |
| CAS No. | 57-11-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H36O2 |
| EINESCS No. | 200-313-4 |
| Origin | Palm Oil, RBD Palm Stearin |
| Physical Appearance | White Beads / Granular Form |
| Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Parameter | Method | Specification | Typical value |
| Acid value mgKOH/g | AOCS Te 1a-64 | 205.0 - 210.0 | 212 |
| Iodine Value % Max | AOCS Tg 1a-64 | 0.5 Max. | 0.3 |
| Titer Deg °C | AOCS Tr 1a-64 | 54.0 - 56.0 | 55.4 |
| Colour Lovibond 5 1/4" | AOCS Cc 13e-92 | 0.5 R / 5.0 Y Max. | 0.1 R / 1.0 Y |
| Saponification Value mg KOH/g | AOCS Tl 1a-64 | 206.0 - 211.0 | 207.3 |
| Chain Distribution | |||
| C-12 Lauric Acid | 0 - 1 | 0.6 | |
| C-14 Myristic Acid | ISO 5508 ISO 5509 |
0 - 2 | 1 |
| C-16 Palmitic Acid | 59 - 67 | 58.2 | |
| C-18 Stearic Acid | 36 - 39 | 38.8 | |
| C-18’ Oleic Acid | 0 - 1 | 0.4 | |
| Storage : Product stored in Beads form at temperature below 60°C is stable for min 2 years. | |||
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38 is used in a wide range of personal care and home care products, including moisturizers, sunscreens, cosmetics, makeup, soap, baby lotions, and laundry products.
Often referred to as stearin, this palm oil-derived product is used in creams and lotions as an emollient and thickener. In candles, it helps create harder wax with a slower burn and greater opacity. Additionally, in soaps, stearic acid helps firm up the composition.
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products such as soaps, lotions, creams, and makeup. As an emulsifying agent, thickener, and stabilizer, it helps maintain the texture and consistency of these products.
In candles, stearic acid is used to harden the wax, enhance burn time, reduce dripping, and improve overall quality.
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min is sometimes included in the production of pharmaceutical tablets and capsules as a lubricant to prevent sticking during manufacturing.
As a food additive (E number E570), stearic acid helps improve the texture and stability of foods. It is also used as a hardener in candies and a mold release agent for hard or pressed candies.
In the soap-making process, Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min is used to produce hard, long-lasting soap bars.
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min acts as a softening agent in rubber production, aiding in the processing and molding of rubber products. It is also used as a processing aid and vulcanization activator.
Stearic Acid Triple Pressed C18-38% Min is sometimes used as a mold release agent in the plastic industry.
As a surfactant and emulsifier, stearic acid helps stabilize oil-water mixtures in products like creams and lotions.
Stearic acid is used to strengthen yarn. When combined with castor oil, it is also used to make softeners for textile sizing.
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