Appearance
White or yellowish powder
Function
In the pharmaceutical industry it is used as a nutraceutical supplement, carrier, excipient, emulsifying agent, solubilizing agent, and a tablet and capsule lubricant. It is used widely in the pharmaceutical, food and beverage industry as a surfactant and softening agent.
Synonyms
Stearic Acid FCC NF Mall #2216; 1-Heptadecanecarboxylic Acid; Octadecanoic Acid; Stearophanic Acid
Storage
Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight.
Packages
- 250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
- 50 lb. Bag
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Food & bev.
- pharmaceutical
Product Classes
- Fatty acids
- binder
- excipient
- nutraceutical supplements
- emulsifier
Other
- Origin: Vegetable/Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NON-REGULATED BY D.O.T.
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: N/A
- Melting Point: N/A
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: N/A