CAS number
57-11-4
Industry
Plastics and Rubber
Typical form
Flakes or beads
Also known as: Octadecanoic acid.
Typical grades: Single, double and triple pressed; various grades.
About Stearic Acid
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid (C18) made from vegetable or animal fats. It is supplied as flakes or beads in single, double and triple pressed grades.
Uses and applications
Rubber
Used as an activator for vulcanisation and a processing aid.
Plastics
Used as a lubricant and as a raw material for metal stearate stabilisers.
Cosmetics
Used as an emulsifier, thickener and opacifier in creams and lotions.
Regulatory note and documentation
Regulatory status, permitted use levels and registration requirements vary by country and application. Please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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