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Overview
General
Product Name:
Stearic Acid TPSA
Description:
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain. Stearic Acid is used as a food additive, in lubricants and release agents, and as a raw material in soaps, detergents and cosmetics.
Identifiers
Chemical Name:
Stearic Acid
EC#:
200-313-4
CAS#:
57-11-4
Synonyms:
Octadecanoic acid
Molecular Formula:
C18H36O2
Classifications
Product Chemistry 1:
Oleochemicals
Product Chemistry 2:
Fatty Acids
Tags
Industries:
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Cosmetics
- Personal Care & Hygiene
- Metallurgy
Market Segments:
- Candles
- Oil & Lubricants
- Metal Processing
- Skin & Face Care
- Greases
- Candles & Pastels
Applications:
- Additives
- Creams
- Lubricant Formulations
- Production
- Lubricants
- Metal Polishing
Functions:
- Thickener
- Feedstock
- Hardener
- Lubricant
- Viscosity Modifier
- Binder
- Emulsifier
- Opacifier
Value Propositions:
- Biodegradable
- No Voc
- Non-Toxic
Properties
Properties
| Property Name | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Boiling Range | 141-142 | °C |
| Freezing Point | 13-14 | °C |
| Molecular Weight | 72 | g/mol |
| Odor Threshold | 0.1-1 | ppm |
| pH | 2.6 | -- |
| Specific Gravity at 20°C | 1.05 | -- |
| Vapor Density | 2.5 | -- |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.85 | mmHg |
| Viscosity at 25°C | 1.12 | centipoise |
| Water Solubility | Complete | -- |
Specifications
| Specification Name | Value | Unit | Test Method | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldehydes | 10 max | wdd | -- | -- |
| Assay | 99.5 min | wt% | -- | -- |
| Color | -- | Pt-Co | -- | -- |
| Inhibitor (MEHQ) | 180-220 | wdd | -- | -- |
| Water | 0.15 max | wt% | -- | -- |
Documents
Documents
| Name | Category | Language |
|---|---|---|
 Stearic Acid TPSA SDS (Rierden Chemical).pdf | Safety Data Sheet (SDS) | EN |
 Stearic Acid TPSA TDS (Rierden Chemical).pdf | Technical Data Sheet (TDS) | EN |
