Stearic Acid

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Application
It is used as an intermediate for metallic soaps/greases, household soap, and alkyd/epoxy resins for surface coatings. It is used in cosmetic/pharmaceutical products, candles, dental utilities, insulators, lubricants, metal polishes, coatings, and food packaging. It is used as a release agent in baked goods and sweets, and a dispersing agent/softener in rubber products
Description
Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain. The IUPAC name is octadecanoic acid. It is a waxy solid with the formula CH3(CH2)16CO2H.

Product Properties

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CAS
57-11-4
Chemical Formula
C18H36O2
Appearance/State
White solid
Molecular Weight
284.484 g/mol
Melting point
°C
54 - 55
Boiling point
°C
386
Flash Point
°C
185

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Listing Type
Product
Published
Apr 08, 2023
Last Edited
Apr 08, 2023
Categories
Chemicals
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