Stearic acid CAS 57-11-4

CAS:57-11-4
Molecular Formula:C18H36O2
Molecular Weight:284.48
EINECS:266-928-5

Synonyms:STEARIC ACID FOR SYNTHESIS 500 G; STEARIC ACID FOR SYNTHESIS 1 KG; STEARIC ACID FOR SYNTHESIS 50 KG; STEARIC ACID 1801-1850; TRIPLE PRESSED STEARIC ACID; STEARIC ACID BP93 OR 98; octadecanoic acid, pract

What is Stearic acid CAS 57-11-4？

Stearic acid CAS 57-11-4 is a white or pale yellow solid, soluble in alcohol and acetone, and easily soluble in ether, chloroform, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, carbon disulfide, pentyl acetate, toluene, etc. Its melting point is 69.6 ℃, and it is one of the main components of fats and oils.

Specification

Item	Specification
Boiling point	361 °C (lit.)
Density	0.845 g/cm3
Melting point	67-72 °C (lit.)
flash point	>230 °F
Storage conditions	Store below +30°C.
pKa	pKa 5.75±0.00(H2O t = 35) (Uncertain)

Application

Stearic acid is widely used in cosmetics, plastic plasticizers, release agents, stabilizers, surfactants, rubber vulcanization accelerators, waterproofing agents, polishing agents, metal soaps, metal mineral flotation, softeners, pharmaceuticals, and other organic chemicals. Stearic acid can also be used as a solvent for oil soluble pigments, a lubricant for crayons, a polishing agent for wax paper, and an emulsifier for stearic acid glycerides.