STEARIC ACID
STEARIC ACID
| Article No. | 552008 |
| Grade | LR |
| Purity | – |
| CAS No. | 57-11-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H36O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 284.48 |
| H.S. Code | 2915.7020 |
| Shelf Life | 60 Months |
Physical properties
| Physical State at 20°C | Solid |
| Colour | White flakes |
| Odour | Fatty odour |
| Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] | 53 – 59°C |
| Flash point [°C] | 113 °C |
| Boiling point [°C] | 361 °C |
| Vapour pressure (mm/Hg) | 1 mm Hg at 174°C |
| Vapour density | 9.8 |
| Density [g/cm³] | 0.845 |
| Solubility in water [% weight] | Insoluble in water |
Specifications
| Appearance | White granules or wax-like flakes |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot methanol |
| Total Assay (Palmitic acids & Stearic acid) (C18H36O2 & C16H32O2) (GC) | > 90.0% |
| Acid Value | 194 – 212 |
| Melting Point | 53 – 59°C |
| Saponification Value | 194 – 225 |
| Ash | Max 0.1% |
| Packings | 500 gm |
