| INDEX | SPECIFICATION |
| APPEARANCE | WHITE FLAKE |
| IODINE (g/100g) | ≤2.0 |
| ACID (mg/g) | 205 ~ 210 |
| SAPONIFICATION NUMBER | 206 ~ 211 |
| HAZEN | ≤200 |
| TITER(°C) | 54 ~ 57 |
| MOISTURE | ≤0.2% |
| INORGANIC ACID | ≤0.001% |
| C18 CONTENT | 40 ~ 45 % |
Available Grade of Stearic Acid
Food Grade: Stearic Acid is widely used as lubricant in the food industry. Foodchem's food grade Stearic Acid is available as white flake.Quality Control
At Foodchem International Corporation, we apply strict quality control process to all our products. All Stearic Acid we provide has been strictly tested under HACCP and ISO standards and proved to be safe for using as food additive.
Storage&Handling Precaution
Storage: Stearic Acid should be Kept in dry, cool, and shaded place with original packaging, avoid moisture, store at room temperature.
Handling Precaution: Handling of Stearic Acid should only be performed by personnel trained and familiar with handling of organic chemicals. Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in dust. Avoid handling which leads to dust formation.
Application and Uses of Stearic Acid
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain widely used as lubricants, softening and release agents in food production. As a lubricant, Stearic Acid can be used in a wide variety of industries including: food production, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and various other industries.
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1. Are you manufacturer or distributor of Stearic Acid?
Foodchem doesn't manufacture Stearic Acid. However we have established reliable long term relationship with our manufacturing contractor and our QC team works closely with the manufacturer to insure quality.
2. What types of certification can you provide?
Foodchem International Corporation is an ISO2008:9001 certified company. We can provide HAPPC, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates for Stearic Acid.
3. Do you have Stearic Acid in Stock?
Yes, we have Stearic Acid in stock. However, our inventory moves fast, please consult our sales person for more details.
4. What is the lead time for Stearic Acid ?
If your order quantity is within our inventory amount, we can guarantee delivery in 1 week after the order confirmation. Or, it usually takes 2 weeks or longer.
5. What is the MOQ for Stearic Acid ?
The MOQ is 500kg.
6. What is the price of Stearic Acid ?
The price of Stearic Acid changes a lot as time goes. With over 10 years experience in supplying Stearic Acid, Foodchem can provide Stearic Acid at the most competitive prices. Please consult our sales person for more details.
7. Do you provide free samples?
Yes. Free samples of Stearic Acid are available. Please consult our sales person for further details.
8. What type of payment terms can you accept?
We can accept T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A etc... Please consult our sales person for more details.
9. When can I expect to receive the quotation for Stearic Acid?
Our sales person will get back to you in 1 business day to collect all necessary information to prepare the quotation. The quotation for Stearic Acid will then be sent to you once it’s ready, usually in less than 1 working day.
As a Stearic Acid supplier, we are really happy to have you on our website. We will do whatever we can do to satisfy your needs. If we are not able to handle your order, we will provide professional suggestion to help you find the right source that fits your need.
Upstream: Prices of upstream ther synthesized chemical ingredients are stable and supply is stable. Production capacity of the Stearic Acid manufacturers didn't change much.
Downstream: Downstream demand is pretty stable.
Forecast: Considering the current market trend, price of Stearic Acid will be stable in the coming months.
Yes. Stearic Acid is gluten free and widely used in gluten free food to provide a great dietary supplement that are essential for human health to baked food.
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain manufactured through hydrolysis of triglycerides. As a synthesized chemical, Stearic Acid is general recognized as halal. We will still audit another 2 key points to make sure that our Stearic Acid is 100% halal: Are there any pig products used in manufacturing process of this ingredient? Does the ingredient contain Alcohol (impure) or other haraam ingredients?
Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid with an 18-carbon chain manufactured through hydrolysis of triglycerides. As a synthesized chemical, Stearic Acid is general recognized as Kosher classified as Parve. Moreover, Stearic Acid is also regulated as Kosher for Passover.
- 5.1. Storage: Kept in dry, cool, and shaded place with original packaging, avoid moisture, store at room temperature.
- 5.2. Handling precaution: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Generally recognized as safe(GRAS) is a FDA designation that a specific substance or ingredient is generally considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Stearic Acid is considered safe by FDA according to existing data and granted GRAS status.
No significant side effects reported.
