Octyl stearate

Octyl stearate (CAS 109-36-4) is a fatty acid ester produced from stearic acid and octanol.

Where is Octyl stearate used?

• Personal care: skin-conditioning emollient and solvent carrier for active ingredients in creams, lotions, and color cosmetics
• Plastics and polymers: internal plasticizer and lubricant
• Metalworking and industrial lubrication: base fluid or additive component in cutting oils and release agents
• Coatings and specialty formulations: dispersing medium for pigments and waxes
• It improves flexibility and processing flow in PVC and similar compounds.

Good to know: Technical and cosmetic grades are the standard commercial offerings; cosmetic-grade material meets purity specifications relevant to personal care manufacturing. Cosmetic-grade lots are typically accompanied by standard quality documentation.

Commercial specifications

• Bulk supply in drums and intermediate bulk containers