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Fatty Acids, Waxes & Oils

Stearic Acid For Biochemistry

RA002502 CAS 57-11-4 Biochemistry

Identity

Product code
RA002502
CAS number
57-11-4
Grade
Biochemistry
Purity
99%
Molecular formula
C18H36O2
Molecular weight
284.48

Classification

Applications
Biochemistry

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Solubility in water [% weight] Insoluble in water —
Colour White flakes —
Odour Fatty odour —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 53 - 59 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 113 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 361 °C °C
Vapour pressure mm/Hg 1 mmHg mmHg
Vapour density 9.8 —
Density [g/cm3] 0.845 g/cm3 g/cm3

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance White granular powder, granules, flakes, or scales —
Assay (mix of fatty acid) Min 99 % %
Heavy metal Max 0.001 % %
Iron (Fe) Max 0.0001 % %
Sulphated ash Max 0.1 % %
Iodine value Max 4.0 —
Congealing point Min 54 °C °C

Packaging

Pack size SKU
5 g RA002502-PK-5G
25 g RA002502-PK-25G