Vegetable stearic acid palm oil free
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- Item number: D10154.3
- Form of delivery: Stand-up pouches
- INCI: Stearic Acid
Product benefits at a glance
High quality rapeseed stearic acid
In flakes
White wax
Vegetable stearic acid palm oil free
This vegetable stearic acid is obtained 100 % from rapeseed oil. This is a special as stearic acid is mainly obtained from palm oil. Rapeseed oil is extracted from European seeds and processed in Germany. The end product is pure white stearin. The melting point is 58 - 68 °C. When heated the liquid becomes clear and has a typical stearin smell. This stearin is obtained from natural raw materials and is therefore biodegradable.
Applikationen
Stearic acid is used in particular for candles and soaps. Candles made of stearic acid are usually produced in a casting process and have a stearin typical crystallisation effect. Stearin candles are firmer than paraffin candles. Compared to paraffin candles they have the advantage of a higher dimensional stability under the influence of heat and remain stable in direct sunlight. Stearic acid is also an excellent ingredient for cosmetics or lubricants and can be used as a thickener and to improve the texture of creams and lotions.
Further information
Vegetable stearic acid palm oil free should be stored in a dry, cool place and protected from light.
Melting range: | 50 - 60 °C, 60 - 70 °C |
Function: | Stabilising, Solidifying |