Stearic Acid Specification

Color Code
Pharmaceutical grade: White to off-white powder or flakes Food grade: White solid, free from discoloration Cosmetic grade: White waxy flakes Industrial grade: May appear slightly yellowish, depending on processing

Stearic Acid Trade Information

Payment Terms
Cash in Advance (CID), Letter of Credit at Sight (Sight L/C), Telegraphic Transfer (T/T)

Packaging Details
Packaging Type Multi-wall paper bags, PP woven bags, or kraft paper bags with inner PE liner Standard Package Sizes 25 kg bags, 50 kg bags, or 500 1,000 kg jumbo bags (FIBC bulk bags) Container Load (Approx.) - 20' FCL: ~17 20 metric tons (in 25 kg bags) - 40' FCL: ~25 metric tons (bulk jumbo bags) Palletization Optional (usually 40 bags/pallet) Heat-treated wooden pallets used if required Labeling - Product name - Net weight / Gross weight - Batch number - Manufacturer s name and address - Country of origin - Handling instructions and hazard symbols (if applicable)

Main Export Market(s)
Western Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia, Central America, North America, South America, Eastern Europe

About Stearic Acid

Tablet and capsule lubricant: Prevents sticking to machinery during manufacturing.
Excipient: Used in ointments, creams, and suppositories for consistency and texture.
Emulsifier: Stabilizes oil-in-water and water-in-oil formulations.

Additive / anti-caking agent: Prevents clumping in powdered foods and supplements.
Release agent: Used in confectionery coatings and chewing gum.