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Mosselman Stearic Acid 1855 EP 10.4 (67701-03-5)

Mosselman Stearic Acid 1855 EP 10.4 (67701-03-5) is the most common saturated fatty acid occuring in natural fats and oils. The commercial stearic acid contains palmitic and stearic acid.

Chemical Name: Fatty acids, C16-18

CAS Number: 67701-03-5

Chemical Family: Fatty Acids

Fluids & Lubricants Type: Gear Oils & Lubricants

Synonyms: C16-18 fatty acids, C16-18 Saturated fatty acid, Palmitic acid-stearic acid mixt., Palmitic acid-stearic acid mixture

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family
    Chemical Name
    Base Chemicals Functions
    CASE Ingredients Functions
    Fluids & Lubricants Functions
    CAS No.
    67701-03-5
    EC No.
    266-928-5
    Chemical Structure

    Mosselman Stearic Acid 1855 EP 10.4 (67701-03-5) - Chemical Structure

    Applications & Uses

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    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    White or almost white waxy flacky crystals white or almost white hard masses or white or yellowish-white powder.
    Insoluble in
    Water
    Soluble in
    Ethanol 96%, Light petroleum (bp:50-70°C)
    Fatty Acid Composition
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    C16 + C18 Contentmin. 90%—
    C18 Stearic Content40-60%—
    Specifications
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Iodine Valuemax. 4g I₂/100 g—
    Freezing Point (= Identification A)53-59°C—
    Acid Value (= Identification B)194-212mg KOH/g—

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