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1. Overview & Definition:
Hystric
Cosmetic-Grade Stearic Acid is a high-purity fatty acid widely
used in personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. It
acts as an emulsifier, thickening agent, and stabilizer in various
formulations.
2. Properties:
- Appearance:
White, waxy solid (flakes or powder)
- Purity: High
(typically 99% or above for cosmetic applications)
- Solubility:
Insoluble in water, soluble in oils and alcohols
- Melting
Point: 69–71°C
- Odor:
Odorless or mild fatty odor
3. Applications:
- Cosmetics
& Skincare: Used in lotions, creams, and body
butters for texture and stability.
- Personal
Care Products: Found in shampoos, conditioners, and
shaving creams as a foaming agent.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used
in ointments and medicinal creams as a base ingredient.
- Soaps
& Detergents: Improves hardness and smoothness
in bar soaps.
4. Manufacturing & Compliance:
- Produced
through vegetable-based or animal-derived sources.
- SGS
ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring high-quality and regulatory
compliance.
- Meets Cosmetic
Grade Standards (USP/NF, BP, or EP certified variants available).