Stearic Acid

Place of Origin:

Indonesia

Brand Name:

Mekong Chemicals

Usage:

A versatile industrial additive for cosmetics, rubber, and soap

Min. Order:

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Main market:

Vietnam, International (Japan, France)

Contact infomation

Contact name: Mr. Pham Dinh Chung (En/Vi)

Telephone: +84 28 3715 3768

Mobiphone:+84 903 788 136 (ZALO)

Email: chungpham@mekongchem.com

Product & service detail

STEARIC ACID

A Versatile Industrial Additive for Cosmetics, Rubber, and Soap

Stearic Acid (C₁₈H₃₆O₂) is a saturated fatty acid that appears as a white to pale yellow powder or wax, often with a characteristic pungent odor. It is a widely used industrial chemical, applied in various industries such as soap production, cosmetics, rubber, candles, pharmaceuticals, detergents, metalworking, food processing, and more.

Imported from Indonesia and meeting high-quality standards, this product is a top choice for manufacturers and processors of both consumer goods and technical products.

Product information

Product name: Stearic Acid
Chemical formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂
CAS number: 57-11-4
Country of origin: Indonesia
Packaging: 25 kg/bag
Appearance: Off-white soft powder or wax with a mild pungent odor
Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area avoid exposure to high heat sources

Key applications

✅ Cosmetics & Soap

A key ingredient in creams, shampoos, and shaving foams, providing thickening and light moisturizing effects.
Used to produce stearate soaps and create a pearly appearance in finished products.
Acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer in many personal care formulations.

✅ Rubber & Plastics

Functions as a softener, lubricant, and stabilizer for synthetic rubber.
Improves processability in the manufacturing of tires, rubber hoses, and conveyor belts.

✅ Metalworking & Molding

Used as a mold release agent in plaster casting, forming a calcium stearate layer to prevent sticking.
Acts as a lubricant in plastic molding and ceramic powder pressing processes.

✅ Candles & Household Products