Stearoyl glutamic acid
Description
Stearoyl glutamic acid (CAS 3397-16-8), commercially known as Amisoft HA, is an N-acyl amino acid derived from stearic acid and glutamic acid. It functions as a mild surfactant and emulsifier across personal care and food applications.
This material is highly valued for its skin compatibility and multifunctional formulation performance. In skincare and cleansing formulations, it acts as a gentle surfactant that produces a creamy lather while maintaining skin barrier integrity.
This makes it a preferred choice in premium facial cleansers and sensitive-skin products. It contributes to rheology modification in emulsions, helping stabilize creams and lotions without requiring heavy thickener loads.
In hair care, it improves conditioning and foam texture in shampoos and scalp treatments. Food-grade applications include use as an emulsifier and dough conditioner in baked goods where it supports fat dispersion.
It is also used to ensure crumb structure consistency in various industrial food processes. Stearoyl glutamic acid is typically supplied as a white to off-white powder or flake for easy handling and processing.
It is available in cosmetic-grade and food-grade specifications, with food-grade material conforming to relevant purity standards for use as a food additive. This ensures safety and compliance across different global markets.
Packaging options commonly include bags and fiber drums suited to both small-batch formulators and larger manufacturing operations. These formats ensure the stability and integrity of the product during transport and storage.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 101-103 °C |
| Boiling Point | 600.3±45.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 1.024±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Log P | 6.021 (est) |
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Other Names
N-Stearoyl-L-glutamic acid|Glutamic acid, N-stearoyl-|Amisoft HA|Stearoylglutaminic acid|n-stearoylglutamic acid|N-octadecanoyl-L-glutamic acid|Acide stearoylglutaminique|Glutamic acid, N-stearoyl-, L-
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