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CAS 57-11-4 — Stearic acid

CAS 57-11-4 CH3(CH2)16COOH MW 284.48

Stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid derived from animal or vegetable fats, widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial lubricants for its emulsifying, thickening, and water-repellent properties. It appears as a white, flaky solid with a faint odor, soluble in organic solvents but not water. Catalogue details: CAS 57-11-4, molecular formula CH₃(CH₂)₁₆COOH, molecular weight 284.48 g/mol, and requires storage at 2–8°C. Molekula supplies stearic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

Also known as: Stearic Acid, +90% · Stearic Acid, 95% · Stearic Acid 98+%

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