Also known as: Octadecanoic acid, stearic acid 1838/1842/1865, E570
CAS 57-11-4C18H36O2Enquire for availability
A saturated fatty acid used as an emulsifier, lubricant and release agent. Food / technical / cosmetic grade — triple pressed. Available ex-stock UAE.
CAS No.
57-11-4
Formula
C18H36O2
Grade
Food / technical / cosmetic grade — triple…
Packing
25 kg paper bag with PE liner
Typical response time: within one business day, with price, packing and lead time.
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid used as an emulsifier, lubricant and release agent. We carry it within our emulsifiers line and supply it to manufacturers across the UAE, the GCC and East Africa.
It is supplied as white to cream flakes, beads or powder, in food / technical / cosmetic grade — triple pressed. The CAS number is 57-11-4 and the molecular formula is C18H36O2.
Applications of Stearic Acid
Common uses in production:
Emulsifier and thickener in creams, lotions and soaps
Release agent and lubricant in confectionery and bakery
Internal and external lubricant in PVC and rubber compounding
Candle, crayon and cosmetic stick manufacture
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 25 kg paper bag with PE liner. Store in cool, dry conditions. Shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
Emulsifier and thickener in creams, lotions and soaps
Release agent and lubricant in confectionery and bakery
Internal and external lubricant in PVC and rubber compounding
Candle, crayon and cosmetic stick manufacture
What packing is Stearic Acid supplied in?
Stearic Acid is supplied in 25 kg paper bag with PE liner. Other pack sizes can be arranged for container quantities — tell us what suits your plant.
Which grade of Stearic Acid do you stock?
We supply food / technical / cosmetic grade — triple pressed. If you work to a different specification, send it across — a large part of what we supply is sourced to the customer's own standard.
Can you deliver Stearic Acid outside the UAE?
Yes. We ship to Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain by road and consolidated container, and to East and West African ports on CIF terms.
