Stearic Acid Powder

Appearance

Fine white powder

Function

It is a fatty acid used in the food and beverage industry as a mold release for hard/pressed candies. In the pharmaceutical industry it is used as a nutraceutical supplement, carrier, excipient, emulsifying agent, solubilizing agent, and a tablet and capsule lubricant.

Synonyms

Stearic Acid Powder; Unistrene 9718 FP; Hystrene 9718 NF FCC Fine Powder; Octadecanoic Acid; Stearophanic Acid; Stearic Acid

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Store in dry, cool place, and protect from moisture.

Packages

50 lb. Bag
100 lb. Fiber Drum
1 lb. Bulk

Industries

Food & bev.
pharmaceutical

Product Classes

Fatty acids
excipient
nutraceutical supplements
emulsifier
thickener
surfactant
stabilizer

Other

Origin: Vegetable/Synthetic
Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: N/A
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: N/A