Appearance
White to light yellow flakes or granules
Function
It is used as a hardening agent in the manufacture of candles and soap. Stearin is also used in conjunction with aluminium flakes to help in the grinding process in making dark aluminium powder.
Synonyms
Stearin Technical Grade; Stearin Acid
Storage
Store away from incompatible materials. Protect from freezing and physical damage. Avoid extreme heat, ignition sources or open flame.
Packages
- 420 lb. Steel Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Industrial
- cosmetics
Product Classes
- Fatty acids
Other
- Origin: Vegetable/Synthetic
- Shelf life: N/A
- Freight Classification: NMFC 60000 CLASS 70 RV 2.15
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: ò 300 øC (572 øF)
- Melting Point: 54-72.5 øC (129.2-162.5 øF)
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 891.50 g/mol