Molecular formula: CH3(CH2)16COOH
CAS NO.: 57-11-4
Molecular structural formula:
Application:
Stearic acid can be widely used in the pharmaceutical field, its hydrophobic properties can effectively prevent the tablets from moisture.
| Test Itmes | Specification | |
| Standard | USP | EP |
| Congealing point ℃ | ≥54 | 53-59 |
| Acid Value | 194-212 | |
| Iodine value | ≤4.0 | ≤4.0 |
| Residue on ignition % | ≤0.1 | |
| Heavy metals ppm | ≤10 | Nickel≤1 |
| Mineral acid | Meet the requirement | |
| Neutral fat or paraffin | Meet the requirement | |
| Organic volatile impurities | Meet the requirement | |
| Stearic acid % | ≥40 | 40-60 |
| Stearic acid & palmitic acid % | ≥90 | ≥90 |
Package
The PE film lined the polywoven bag. Net wt: 25kg/bag, or follow customer’s packing instructions.
