Castor-derived fatty acid

12-Hydroxystearic Acid

12-HSA in flake form for specialised industrial applications. CAS No. 106-14-9.

Product overview

12-Hydroxystearic Acid is used in lubricating greases, coatings, resins and performance formulations. Unbleached and bleached options are subject to confirmed availability.

Typical applications

Packing

25 kg bags; 500, 650 or 1,000 kg jumbo bags. Indicative shelf life: two years under recommended storage conditions.

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Indicative specification

AppearanceWhite to off-white flakes

Colour Gardner6 max / 4 max

Acid value175 min

Moisture1% max

Melting point70–80°C

Iodine value3 max

Hydroxyl value155 min

Saponification value178 min

Pb / Cd / Hg / As10 mg/kg max each

Values shown cover the unbleached / bleached grades in the supplied technical data sheet. Final grade and specification are confirmed with the offer.