CAS 57-11-4
Stearic Acid
CAS 57-11-4C18H36O2284.5 g/mol
Stearic Acid, also known as octadecanoic acid (CAS 57-11-4), is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. This fatty acid acts as a surfactant, emulsifier, and stabilizer in various formulations. With a triple-pressed quality characterized by its granular physical form, it is perfect for industrial applications where purity and consistency are crucial.
Main applicationPharmaceutical formulations — acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer.
Stearic Acid is significant in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries as it ensures product stability and quality. Its role in emulsification and as a thickening agent makes it indispensable for producing various formulations, thus streamlining the manufacturing process and enhancing final product performance.
Also known as
- stearic acid
- Octadecanoic acid
- n-Octadecanoic acid
- Stearophanic acid
- Stearex Beads
- 1-Heptadecanecarboxylic acid
- Pearl stearic
- Cetylacetic acid
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Packed in 25 KG bags
- net weight.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 57-11-4
- Chemical formula
- C18H36O2
- Molecular weight
- 284.5 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Granular
- Density
- 0.9408 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 69.3 °C
- Boiling Point
- 371 °C
- Solubility
- 0.568 mg/L
- Density
- 0.9408 g/cm³
This product is a high-purity fatty acid with the molecular formula C18H36O2 and a molecular weight of 284.5 g/mol. It exhibits a melting point of 69.3 °C and a boiling point of 371 °C. Stearic acid has a density of 0.9408 g/cm³ at 20 °C, making it less dense than water, which allows for easy handling in various applications. When purchasing, buyers should specify the pack size of 25KG and ensure that the quality meets their specific industrial needs.
Delivery
Stearic Acid is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Pharmaceutical formulations — acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer.
- Cosmetic products — provides texture and consistency in creams and lotions.
- Soaps and detergents — enhances the cleaning properties and emulsification.
- Candle manufacturing — assists in hardening and shaping candles.
- Food industry — used as a food additive for emulsification.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances formulation stability — allows longer shelf life and improved performance.
- Improves texture — provides a smoother consistency in creams and lotions.
- Increases emulsification — aids in blending oil and water ingredients effectively.
- Facilitates ease of use in industrial processes — suitable for large-scale applications.
- Enhances cleaning properties in soaps — leads to more effective detergents.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Stearic Acid?
The CAS registry number for Stearic Acid is 57-11-4. Its chemical formula is C18H36O2, with a molecular weight of 284.5 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Stearic Acid?
Stearic Acid is also referred to as stearic acid, Octadecanoic acid, n-Octadecanoic acid, Stearophanic acid, Stearex Beads and 1-Heptadecanecarboxylic acid. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Stearic Acid is supplied?
Stearic Acid is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Stearic Acid look like?
Stearic Acid is described as granular. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Stearic Acid used for?
Common applications include pharmaceutical formulations — acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer., cosmetic products — provides texture and consistency in creams and lotions., soaps and detergents — enhances the cleaning properties and emulsification., candle manufacturing — assists in hardening and shaping candles. and food industry — used as a food additive for emulsification.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Stearic Acid?
Stearic Acid is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Stearic Acid available in?
Packed in 25 KG bags, net weight. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 5281pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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