| CAS No. |
555-43-1 |
| Other Names |
Octadecanoic acid |
| Place of Origin |
Zhejiang China (Mainland) |
AppearanceWhite flakes or powderIodine value (g I2/100g)3.0 max.Freezing point, °C56 - 60Acid value (mg KOH/g)5.0 max.Saponification value (mg KOH/g)191 - 202Arsenic (as As), ppm1.0 max.Heavy metals (as Pb), ppm5.0 max.Iron (Fe), ppm20 max.C16 content, % 30C18 content, %60 - 65ApplicationsIt is hydrogenated, decolored and refined animal or vegetable fat / oil mainly used in the production of emulsified foodstuff, cakes, cosmetics of frosting and ointment types, toilet soap, shampoo, as well as candles. Also used in producing auxiliaries for textile and leatherworking industries. It is used as an emulsifier, lubricant and as matrix material for ointments in the medical industry.Packaging25 Kg per sack (flakes of powder), or 25 Kg per carton (lumps).StorageStored in dry and cool places. Shelf life: 2 year.