Acetic Acid
Core organic acid of the textile, food and chemical industries.
CAS No 64-19-7Acids & Bases
Stearic Acid
Versatile fatty acid for the rubber, plastics and cosmetics industries.
Product description
Stearic acid acts as an activator in rubber vulcanisation and as a lubricant and mould release agent in PVC processing. In cosmetics it is an emulsion stabiliser and thickener. It is supplied in flake and powder forms.
Application areas
- Rubber vulcanisation activator
- PVC and plastics lubricant
- Cosmetic creams and emulsions
- Candle and mould release production
- Detergent and soap formulations
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