Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%

Name: Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045715

About Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Stearic Acid (AR grade), a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 57-11-4 at a purity of ≥98.0%. Formula C18H36O2, molecular weight 284.5 g/mol. The IUPAC name is octadecanoic acid. It is also known as n-Octadecanoic acid or Stearophanic acid.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 1 hazard statement. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Stearic Acid in 500 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%
Catalogue No.	VQ-045715
CAS Number	57-11-4
IUPAC name	octadecanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₈H₃₆O₂
Molecular weight	284.5 g/mol
Exact mass	284.2715
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥98.0%
HSN code	29157020
InChIKey	QIQXTHQIDYTFRH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	5281

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	7.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	n-Octadecanoic acid, Stearophanic acid, Stearex Beads, 1-Heptadecanecarboxylic acid, Pearl stearic, Cetylacetic acid, Industrene R, Vanicol, Hydrofol Acid 150, Century 1240, Glycon DP, Glycon TP

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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Reference Standard

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MW: 284.5 g/mol

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Synthesis

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MW: 284.5 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%?

The CAS Registry Number of Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% is 57-11-4. It is also known as n-Octadecanoic acid, Stearophanic acid, Stearex Beads.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%?

Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% has the molecular formula C18H36O2 and a molecular weight of 284.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is octadecanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% can I order?

We supply Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% in AR (≥98.0%) grade, in 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Stearic Acid, ≥98.0%?

Yes. Every lot of Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Stearic Acid, ≥98.0% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.