Product Description
Basic Information
- Chemical Formula: C57H110O6
- CAS Number: 555-43-1
- Synonyms: Glyceryl tristearate, Stearin, Tristearic acid glyceride
- Product Name: Tristearin
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Appearance: White to off-white waxy solid with a faint fatty odor.
- Melting Point: 69-73°C
- Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling (≈300°C)
- Density: 0.95 g/cm³ (25°C)
- Solubility:
- Insoluble in water.
- Soluble in hot organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, ether, chloroform, benzene).
- Hydrolysis: Hydrolyzes in the presence of acids, bases, or enzymes to yield stearic acid and glycerol.
Applications
- Food Industry:
- Emulsifier and Stabilizer: Used in margarines, chocolates, and confectionery to improve texture.
- Thickening Agent: In processed fats and oils.
- Glazing Agent: For candies and baked goods to enhance shine.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care:
- Emollient and Texture Modifier: In creams, lotions, and soaps to provide a smooth, oily feel.
- Basis for Lipsticks and Lip Balms: As a hardening agent.
- Wax Component: In hair care products and depilatory waxes.
- Pharmaceuticals:
- Excipient: As a binder, lubricant, or coating material in tablet formulations.
- Sustained-Release Carrier: For oral medications due to its slow degradation.
- Ointment Base: In topical preparations for skin disorders.
- Industrial Applications:
- Lubricant: In metalworking fluids and polishes.
- Plasticizer: For certain polymers to improve flexibility.
- Candle and Wax Production: As a hardening agent in wax blends.
- Textile Industry: As a softener and water-repellent agent.
Packaging and Storage
- Packaging:
- 25 kg or 50 kg paper bags, cardboard boxes, or plastic-lined drums.
- Industrial grades may be supplied in bulk tankers for large-scale use.
- Storage:
- Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
- Keep containers sealed to prevent oxidation (though its high saturation makes it relatively stable).
Safety and Regulations
- Toxicity:
- Low toxicity; considered safe for use in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
- No significant skin or eye irritation when used in typical formulations.
- Hazard Statements:
- Non-flammable, but may burn if exposed to high temperatures.
- Dust may be combustible in air under certain conditions.
Product Parameters
Packaging & Shipping
Liquid products |
Drum of 5kg ,10 kg ,25 kg ,50 kg 200 kg ,250 kg . 1000 kg IBC drum. TANK with 20 tons ,25 tons . |
Solid products |
Bag of 1 kg ,2 kg ,5 kg ,25 kg ,500kg ,1000 kg . Drum of 25 kg and 50 kg. |
Packaging can be customized according to customer requirements.
Company Profile
Qingdao Jinyu Chemical Co., LTD,which is located in Qingdao City, China, with registered capital of RMB 10 million, is a dynamic chemical import and export enterprise with customer demand as its own responsibility. The founder has been engaged in the chemical industry for more than 20 years. With professional technical and marketing personnel, diversified cooperative factories with synthetic technology and efficient logistics management, we provide services to customers all over the world. After years of hard work, we have selected a number of excellent chemical production cooperative enterprises in China. These enterprises have their own advantages in different chemical synthesis fields. They have passed the strict inspection of suppliers by many customers and formed a long-term and stable strategic partnership with customers. With our partners' excellent equipment, well-trained employees and mature technology, we also continue to provide customers with more products.




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