Stearic acid
STEARIC ACID Ethoxylates are generally used as emulsifiers in oil-in-water type creams and lotions. Their hydrophilicity or lipophilicity depends on the number of ethylene oxide units present; the larger the number, the greater the hydrophilic properties. It has also been used as an emulsifying agent in intravenous infusions. It give Pearl like finish to lubricants.
Stearic acid
| PRODUCT | MOLES | HLB | APPEARANCE | MOISTURE (%) | PH (5% aq.) | HYDROXYL VALUE | 10% in 25% BDG | CLOUD POINT 1%aq | 1%in 10% NaCl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRINON SA-5 | 5 | 8.7 | SOFT SOLID @25°C | 0.5 | 6 TO 8.5 | 106-116 | - | - | - |
| TRINON SA-6.5 | 6.5 | 10 | WAXY PASTY @25°C | 0.5 | 6 TO 8.5 | 90-110 | - | - | - |
| TRINON SA-10 | 10 | 12.1 | WAXY PASTY @25°C | 0.5 | 6 TO 8.5 | 73-83 | - | - | - |
| TRINON SA-20 | 20 | 13.1 | PASTE SOLID @25°C | 0.5 | 6 TO 8.5 | 45-60 | - | - | - |
