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Vegetable Stearic Acid from PEQUINSA CHEMICAL is a high-purity, technical-grade liquid ideal for various industrial applications. With a minimum purity of 99%, this versatile chemical is derived from natural vegetable sources, offering excellent performance for a wide range of uses.
Chemical Properties:
- Melting Point: Approximately 69.3°C
- Boiling Point: Over 360°C
- Solubility: Insoluble in water
- Molecular Formula: C18H36O2
- Density: About 0.847 g/cm³
Applications:
- Cosmetics: Commonly used as an emulsifying agent to stabilize and thicken creams and lotions, enhancing texture.
- Personal Care: Integral in the formulation of shampoos and conditioners, improving viscosity and feeling on the skin.
- Soap Manufacturing: Utilized for its excellent binding and suspending properties in making bar soaps.
- Pharmaceuticals: Acts as a lubricant and co-emulsifier in tablet production, ensuring uniformity and quality.
- Candles: Employed to enhance hardness and improve the burn quality in candle production.
- Rubber Industry: Used as a mold release agent for rubber processing, facilitating smooth demolding.
- Plastics: Improves flexibility and surface gloss in plastic films and products.
- Textile: Functions as a softening agent, providing a smooth finish to fabrics.
- Food Industry: Approved as an additive for certain food packaging and processing applications.
- Automotive: Utilized as a component in engine additives and lubricants for enhanced performance.
Key Features and Benefits:
- High Purity: Ensures consistent quality and reliability across applications.
- Versatile: Suitable for use in diverse sectors from cosmetics to industrial processing.
- Cost-Effective: Provides an economical solution with excellent results.
- Natural Sourcing: Derived from sustainable vegetable resources.
- Compatibility: Blends well with other ingredients, enhancing formulation efficiency.
Common Uses:
- Emulsifying Agent: Enhances the stability of emulsions in creams and lotions.
- Binding Agent: Provides cohesive properties to powders and other formulations.
- Lubricant: Offers surface lubrication in pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
- Stabilizer: Helps maintain product consistency and performance over time.
- Plasticizer: Adds flexibility to plastic materials, improving resilience.
Industries Served:
- Cosmetics and Personal Care,
- Pharmaceuticals,
- Rubber and Plastics,
- Textiles,
- Food and Beverage Processing.
For a reliable, high-quality vegetable stearic acid, look no further than PEQUINSA CHEMICAL. Our product guarantees outstanding performance across a spectrum of applications, backed by our commitment to sustainability and excellence. Consider purchasing from us for competitive pricing and superior service.