Lauryl stearate

Lauryl stearate (CAS 5303-25-3), also known commercially as dodecyl stearate, is a fatty acid ester produced from lauryl alcohol and stearic acid.

Where is Lauryl stearate used?

• Personal care: slip, skin feel and moisture retention in creams, lotions and color cosmetics
• Polymer processing: internal or external plasticizer to improve flow
• Processing aid that reduces friction during extrusion and compounding of PVC and similar resins
• Metalworking and industrial lubricants: base component or additive that reduces surface friction
• It improves film formation on metal substrates and acts as an emulsifier and dispersing agent.

Commercial specifications

• Grades meet purity requirements of personal care and industrial end markets
• Packaging: bags for solid material, drums for bulk quantities