Stearic Acid

Product Description
| Product | Stearic Acid | 
| CAS | 57-11-4 | 
| Formula | C18H36O2 | 
| Synonym | Octadecanoic acid | 
Typical Product Specifications
| Iodine Value | < 1.5 | 
| Titer | 65 - 69 C | 
| C18:0 | 90.0 - 100.0% | 
| C18:1 | < 2.0% | 
| C16:0 | < 10.0% | 
| Saponification Value | 196 - 202 | 
| Color, % Trans. 440/550 | > 35/40% | 
| Acid Value | 195 - 201 | 
| Chemical Structure |  | 
| Notes | Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid that is useful for a variety of applications. Food grade stearic acid is useful as an emulsifier due to its ability to stabilize and enhance oil/water mixtures. Parchem also offers industrial and technical grade stearic acid in powder or flakes. 
 Category: Oleochemicals, High Purity Fatty Acids 
 Purity: 99+ % | 
| Class | Gums – Waxes – Food Thickeners, Excipients - Food Colors - Binders and Tableting Aids, Oleochemicals: Fatty Acids, Fatty Alcohol & more, Emollients - Butters, Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers, Personal Care - Cosmetic Ingredients, Surfactants, Industrial Chemicals, Green Chemicals - Eco-Friendly, High Purity Fatty Acids & Esters, Renewable Raw Material | 
| Function | Emulsifier | 
| Industry | Food Chemicals, Cosmetic, Nutrition, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, Adhesives, Agricultural, Plastics | 

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