Stearic Acid

Complete Chemical Name

CAS No

57-11-4

Synonyms

Octadecanoic acid

Description

In its solid form, it appears as a white solid and has a mild pungent, oily odor. It floats on water.

Application

Stearic acid is utilized in various industrial applications due to its properties of increasing flexibility and resilience in materials such as rubber, making them more resistant to wear and tear. It is also widely used in the cosmetics industry for its emulsifying and thickening properties, as well as in pharmaceuticals and biomedicals as a therapeutic adjuvant.

Industry

Rubber Industry

Plastics

Textiles

Metalworking

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Food Industry

Pharmaceuticals

Candle Manufacturing

Battery Manufacturing

Fireworks