CAS 57-11-4

Stearic acid

Description:

Stearic acid, with the CAS number 57-11-4, is a saturated fatty acid characterized by its long hydrocarbon chain, consisting of 18 carbon atoms. It is a white, waxy solid at room temperature and has a melting point around 69-70°C. Stearic acid is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. It is commonly found in animal and vegetable fats and oils, and it plays a significant role in various biological processes. In the industrial sector, stearic acid is utilized in the production of soaps, cosmetics, and detergents, as well as in the formulation of lubricants and emulsifiers. Additionally, it serves as a surfactant and stabilizer in food products and pharmaceuticals. Stearic acid is also known for its ability to form stable emulsions and is often used in the production of candles and plastics. Its non-toxic nature and biodegradability make it a favorable choice in many applications, aligning with growing environmental concerns.

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C18H36O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18(19)20/h2-17H2,1H3,(H,19,20)

InChI key: InChIKey=QIQXTHQIDYTFRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCCCCCCCCC)CCCCCC(O)=O

Synonyms:

• 17Fa
• 400Jb9103-88
• NF-GenAR
• SR-Sakura
• Speziol
• St-Ac
• Stearinsaeure
• Stearinsaure
• TST
• Tsubaki
• Vanicol
• Veg-Fgk
• Vis-Plus
• Kam 3000
• Kam 1000
• n-Octadecan acid
• Octadecan acid
• Kam 2000
• Stearic acid

Stearic acid

CAS: 57-11-4

Stearic acid reduces tumor load, cuts visceral fat, gels foods/pharma, boosts insulin signaling, and ups milk yield without weight impact.

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: 99.40% - 99.81%

Color and Shape: White Solid Leaflets

Molecular weight: 284.48

Ref: TM-T2P2923

Stearic Acid

CAS: 57-11-4

Applications Stearic Acid is used in the synthesis of surfactants and detergents due to the fatty acid component of its structure.
References Dax, D. et al.: BioRes., 8, 3771 (2013); Ghumare, A. et al.: J. Surf. Deter., 26, 85 (2013);

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Color and Shape: White To Off-White

Molecular weight: 284.48

Ref: TR-S686495

Stearic acid

CAS: 57-11-4

Stearic acid is a molecule that is found in small quantities in animal and vegetable fats. It is used to create soaps, candles, and cosmetics. Stearic acid can be synthesized from stearate by heating it with anhydrous sodium carbonate. The reaction mechanism involves the formation of water vapor, which reacts with the sodium carbonate to produce sodium hydroxide, carbon dioxide, and hydrogen gas. The hydrogen gas then combines with the stearic acid to form stearyl alcohol. This process creates a particle that can be used as a catalyst for chemical reactions such as those found in bone cancer or fetal bovine growth. Stearic acid binds calcium ions and has been shown to have potential use as a drug treatment for osteoporosis.

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 284.48 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FS14761

Stearic Acid pure, C18-98%

CAS: 57-11-4

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: min. 98 %

Color and Shape: White to pale yellow, Crystalline Powder/ Flakes/ Solid

Molecular weight: 284.49

Ref: SR-31384

Stearic Acid extrapure, C18-99%

CAS: 57-11-4

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: min. 99%

Color and Shape: White, Crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 284.49

Ref: SR-73878

Stearic Acid ExiPlus, Multi-Compendial, C18-99%

CAS: 57-11-4

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: min. 99%

Color and Shape: White, Crystalline powder

Molecular weight: 284.49

Ref: SR-73439

Stearic acid

CAS: 57-11-4

Formula: C₁₈H₃₆O₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid, Crystalline Powder or Powder

Molecular weight: 284.484

Ref: 10-F237888