Stearic Acid, also called Octadecanoic Acid, is one of the most common long-chain fatty acids. It is a colorless, waxy solid that is almost insoluble in water. Commercial stearic acid is a mixture of approximately equal amounts of stearic and palmitic acids and small amounts of oleic acid. It is employed in the manufacture of candles, cosmetics, shaving soaps, lubricants, and pharmaceuticals. Stearic acid is a common lubricant during injection molding and pressing of ceramic powders. It is also used as a mold release for foam latex that is baked in stone molds.

 Applications

•         Rubber compounding

•         Cosmetics

•         Lubricants in PVC products

•         Production of stearates

•         Fireworks

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