Stearic acid t/p

Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula C18H36O2. It is a waxy, white, and solid compound that is found in various animal and vegetable fats. Stearic acid is commonly used in a wide range of industrial and consumer applications due to its versatile properties. Here are some key characteristics and uses of stearic acid:

Characteristics:

Saturated Fatty Acid: Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid, which means it does not contain any double bonds in its carbon chain. This gives it stability and a high melting point.

• Waxy Solid: It is typically found as a white, odorless, and tasteless waxy solid at room temperature.
• Insolubility: Stearic acid is largely insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, such as ether and chloroform.
• Hydrophobic: It is hydrophobic, meaning it repels water and is often used to create water-resistant barriers.

Uses:

• Cosmetics and Personal Care: Stearic acid is used in the production of cosmetics and personal care products such as creams, lotions, and soaps. It acts as an emulsifying agent and thickener.
• Candles: It is used in candle manufacturing to harden and solidify wax, allowing candles to burn longer and with less dripping.
• Pharmaceuticals: In the pharmaceutical industry, stearic acid is used as an excipient in the production of tablets and capsules.
• Plastics and Polymers: Stearic acid is used as a lubricant and release agent in the production of plastic products.
• Rubber Industry: It is used as a vulcanization activator in the rubber industry.
• Food Industry: In the food industry, it is used as an emulsifier and a release agent for molded candies.
• Lubricants: Stearic acid is used in the production of lubricants and greases.
• Textiles: It is used as a softening agent and a lubricant in the textile industry.
• Metalworking: In metalworking, stearic acid is used as a lubricant and anti-welding agent.
• Pharmaceuticals: It is used as a lubricant in the production of pharmaceutical tablets and capsules.

The "t/p" specification you mentioned is unclear, but stearic acid is often available in different forms and specifications depending on its intended use.

Applications :

Cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

Plastics industry.

Properties:

Iodine value < 0.5

Acid Number 207-2012

Saponification number 208-2013

Titre (°c) 54-56.2

Color Lovibond 5 ¼ '' cell 0.2max /2max

Fatty acid composition (%) :

C12 0.5

C14 0-2

C16 58-62

C18 38-42

• Molar mass (g/mol): 284.48 g/mol
• Chemical name: octadecanoic acid
• Synonym: stearic acid
• Appearance:white crystals or powder, with characteristic odor
• Packaging :25 kg bag

Risk phrases :

R38 : Irritating to skin