Description
Chemical Name:Sodium stearate
Molecular Formula: C18H35NaO2
Molecular Weight: 306.45907
Structural Formula:![]()
Specification:
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Specifications
Melting point
270°C
Density
1.07 g/cm³
Odor
Fatty (butter) odor
Water solubility
Soluble in hot water or hot alcohol, slightly soluble in cold water.
Stability
Stable, incompatible with strong oxidising agents.
Items | Specifications |
Melting point | 270°C |
Density | 1.07 g/cm³ |
Odor | Fatty (butter) odor |
Water solubility | Soluble in hot water or hot alcohol, slightly soluble in cold water. |
Stability | Stable, incompatible with strong oxidising agents. |
Function:
- Sodium stearate has emulsifying properties, reducing the interfacial tension between oil and water, enabling immiscible liquids to form a stable emulsion.
- Sodium stearate in powder or granular form has a low friction coefficient, reducing friction between solid surfaces.
- In liquid systems, sodium stearate increases system viscosity, enhancing product stability.
- As a surfactant, sodium stearate can emulsify and disperse oil stains in water, achieving a cleaning effect.
- Under certain conditions, sodium stearate can form a uniform film or react with other substances to form a solid structure, serving a shaping or curing function.
Application:
- Sodium stearate is a primary component of soap and detergents and is also used in toothpaste manufacturing.
- Sodium octadecanoate serves as an emulsifier and thickener in creams and lotions.
- Sodium stearate is used as a thermal stabiliser and lubricant in plastics such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and as a release agent in rubber products.
- In metal processing, Sodium octadecanoate is used as a lubricant and rust inhibitor.
- Sodium stearate can be used in concrete or mortar in construction and building materials to improve their plasticity and lubricity; it is also used in the production of waterproofing membranes to enhance the material’s water resistance.
- In pharmaceutical formulations, sodium stearate serves as a base component for medicinal ointments and suppositories.
- In certain food processing applications, it functions as an emulsifier or release agent.
- As a thickener and dispersant, stearic acid sodium salt improves the flow properties and stability of coatings, preventing pigment settling.
- It is used in fabric softening treatments to make fibre surfaces smoother and enhance tactile feel.
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FQAs:
- Q1:What kind of packaging do the products usually come in?
A: This depends on the specific form of the product.
a1:If the product is in powder form, it is usually packed in 25kg woven bag/25kg cardboard drum, samples are usually bagged .
a2:If the product is liquid, it is usually packed in 180kg plastic drum/200kg iron drum, and the samples are usually in bottles.
a3:If customers have special requirements, please inform us in advance, we will choose the most suitable packaging according to the actual situation. - Q2:What is your shipping method?
A1:Usually, we will send small goods by FedEx, UPS and other international courier; bulk goods can be selected by sea, air or sea-land transport and other ways.
A2:If you have a designated courier or logistics channel, please be sure to inform us in advance so that we can arrange according to your requirements. - Q3: What methods can customers pay?
A: We offer a variety of payment methods, including TT transfer and credit card payment, which you can choose according to your needs. - Q4: What is your delivery time?
A: The exact delivery time will be determined according to the product category and quantity in your order. - Q5: If you have any questions or needs, please feel free to contact us, we will be happy to provide you with satisfactory service!





