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Potassium Stearate
Potassium stearate is a potassium salt of stearic acid, commonly used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products. It appears as a white to pale yellow powder or flake. CAS: 593-29-3, Molecular formula: C18H35KO2, Molecular weight: 322.57 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: None. Molekula supplies Potassium Stearate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Potassium stearate is a potassium salt of stearic acid, commonly used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products. It appears as a white to pale yellow powder or flake. CAS: 593-29-3, Molecular formula: C18H35KO2, Molecular weight: 322.57 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: None. Molekula supplies Potassium Stearate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | WHITE TO OFF-WHITE POWDER OR SOLID OR CHUNKS |
| Heavy metals | 0.001 % max |
| Arsenic | 0.0003 % max |
| Acid Value | 96 - 211 |
| Loss on Drying | 5 % max |
| Assay | 97.5 % min |
| Iodine value | 4 max |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 593-29-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H35KO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 322.57 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[K+] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907098 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium stearate used for?
Potassium stearate is commonly used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium stearate?
The formula is C18H35KO2 with a molecular weight of 322.57 g/mol.
How should potassium stearate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade of potassium stearate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies potassium stearate in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply potassium stearate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potassium stearate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium stearate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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