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๐Ÿงช Stearic Acid

Octadecanoic Acid | INCI: Stearic Acid | CAS: 57-11-4

INCI Information

INCI Name
Stearic Acid
Common Name
Octadecanoic Acid
CAS Number
57-11-4
Category
Emulsifier / Emollient
Molecular Formula
Cโ‚โ‚ˆHโ‚ƒโ‚†Oโ‚‚
Molecular Weight
284.48 g/mol
Appearance
White, waxy flakes or powder
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and alcohols
Typical Concentration
1% โ€“ 10%
pH Range
Not applicable (fatty acid)
Functions:
Emulsifier (W/O)EmollientThickenerHardener
Available Purity Grades:
  • 95% (Industrial)
  • 98% (Cosmetic)
  • 99% (Triple-pressed)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Indicative Price Range (Bulk)

Typical B2B pricing across verified suppliers
$2 โ€“ $5 $/kg
Prices vary by purity, MOQ, and order volume. Always request formal quotes.

๐Ÿญ Verified Supplier Comparison

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Supplier Purity MOQ Price Range Rating Status Years Action
Shandong Baisheng Biotechnology 98% 1kg $2 โ€“ $4 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Jiangsu Gaduo Biotechnology 95% 25kg $1.5 โ€“ $3.5 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 7yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hangzhou Hyper Chemicals 98% 200kg $1.5 โ€“ $3 โญ 4.6 Verified 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Guangzhou Tianci Materials 95% 1kg $2.5 โ€“ $5 โญ 4.5 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Zhejiang Jiaerke Pharmaceutical 98% 25kg $1.8 โ€“ $3.8 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 6yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Sichuan Dekang Chemical 95% 1kg $2 โ€“ $4.5 โญ 4.4 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hubei Yuancheng Saichuang 98% 25kg $1.5 โ€“ $3.5 โญ 4.6 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Ningxia Unisplendour Baofeng 99% 200kg $1.3 โ€“ $2.8 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 10yr View on Alibaba โ†’
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๐Ÿ“– About Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid is a long-chain fatty acid that adds hardness, opacity, and a luxurious feel to bar soaps, lotions, and stick formulations. It's one of the most economical raw materials in cosmetics.

๐Ÿ›’ Purchasing Guide & Tips

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ Is Stearic Acid vegan?

Typically derived from animal fat (tallow) or vegetable oils (coconut/palm). Request plant-derived for vegan formulations.

โ“ What's the difference between stearic acid and cetyl alcohol?

Stearic acid is a fatty acid (acidic); Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol (neutral). They have different functions and skin feel.

โ“ Why use it in lotions?

It reacts with alkalis to form soap, which acts as an emulsifier. Also adds body and opacity to formulations.

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