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Stearic Acid

Our stearic acid is naturally derived from soybeans. Stearic acid helps to bind and thicken creams. It is also used in soap to harden and opacify them. Use at about 5% in creams and lotions.

INCI: Stearic Acid
Typical Shelf Life*: 2 Years
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g oil): 206 - 213
SAP Multiplier for NaOH: 0.15
SAP Multiplier for KOH: 0.21

*Typical Shelf Life begins on the date of manufacture and is defined as the typical shelf life of an ingredient when it is stored and handled properly. The Typical Shelf Life is offered as a general guideline. It should not be considered to be an expiration date. Many ingredients are usable beyond the stated date, especially when stored and handled very carefully.

Documents: Safety Data Sheet Specifications

Wholesale Pricing: [wholesale pricing info]

2 lbs., $15.24

5 lbs, $34.90

10 lbs., $63.46

25 lbs, $140.63 * ^

Quantity:

*This item does not qualify for any promotional discounts.

^This item will ship separately.

Customer Ratings and Reviews

Average Rating:

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Kevin

Posted: Saturday, September 28, 2013

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Comments: I love having a soy-based non-palm option for my Stearic Acid, thank you!

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Monique

Posted: Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Location: Bronx, NY

Comments: I use Stearic Acid to make my leave-in product a little thick. It does not take a lot to achieve good results. It also has a silky smooth feeling.

Total Number of Ratings: 2

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