Sodium stearate

Sodium stearate is an organic substance, white oily powder, with a sense of smoothness and fat smell. Easily soluble in hot water or hot alcohol. The aqueous solution is alkaline due to hydrolysis, while the alcohol solution is neutral. It is prepared by the interaction of Octadecane acid and sodium hydroxide. Solubility: Easily soluble in hot water and hot ethanol, slowly soluble in cold water and cold ethanol. Insoluble in ether, light gasoline, acetone, and similar organic solvents. It is also insoluble in electrolyte solutions such as salt and sodium hydroxide.

Use :

Used in the manufacturing of toothpaste, as well as as as a waterproof agent and plastic stabilizer.

Used in the manufacture of soap based detergents and as emulsifiers in cosmetics.

It exists in many types of solid deodorants, rubber, latex paint, and ink. It is also a component of some food additives and food seasonings. It is also used as a surfactant in the pharmaceutical industry to help the solubility of hydrophobic compounds in the production of various oral foam.

1. Detergent: used to control foam during rinsing. (Sodium stearate is the main component of soap)

2. Emulsifiers or dispersants: Used for emulsifying polymers and as moderate antioxidants.

3. Corrosion inhibitor: Polyethylene packaging film provides protective properties.

4. Cosmetics: shaving gel, transparent viscose, etc

5. Adhesive: Used as natural glue to stick paper sheets.

Store in a sealed, cool, dry, and ventilated place with a strong odor. It is easily soluble in hot water or alcohol, and has water absorption in the air. The solution becomes alkaline due to hydrolysis., It should be stored in a cool, dry, and ventilated place.