Stearic Acid Industrial Grade
Stearic acid (C18H36O2) is a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic fatty acid derived from animal or vegetable fats, used in rubber vulcanization, candle making, and metalworking lubricants. Classified under HTS 2915.70.01 as a pure saturated monocarboxylic acid meeting Chapter 29 note (a) for chemically defined organic compounds. Typically supplied as white flakes or powder with 95%+ purity.
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If containing >5% unsaponifiable matter or impurities
Industrial fatty alcohols or fatty acid mixtures fall under 3823 when not meeting Chapter 29 purity standards.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide acid value and iodine value test reports to prove C18 chain length and saturation distinguishing from oleic acid (2916.15)
• Declare country of origin accurately as tallow-derived vs palm-based affects documentation but not tariff
Related Products under HTS 2915.70.01
Sodium Stearate
Sodium stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid, a saturated C18 monocarboxylic acid, used primarily as a stabilizer and emulsifier in cosmetics and soaps. It falls under HTS 2915.70.01 as a salt of stearic acid per chapter notes classifying inorganic salts of organic acid-function compounds with the parent acid. Commonly found in bar soaps and personal care formulations.
Methyl Palmitate
Methyl palmitate is the methyl ester of palmitic acid (C16H32O2), a saturated monocarboxylic acid used as a biodiesel intermediate, lubricant, and chemical intermediate. Falls under HTS 2915.70.01 as an ester of palmitic acid; chapter note (A) classifies esters with the parent acid occurring last in numerical order. Clear colorless liquid.
Zinc Stearate Fine Powder
Zinc stearate, the zinc salt of stearic acid, serves as a heat stabilizer in plastics, anti-caking agent in powders, and pharmaceutical glidant. Classified under HTS 2915.70.01 following chapter rules for metal salts of organic acids. Ultra-fine grade (<6 micron) for optimal dispersion.
Palmitic Acid Flakes
Palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid, C16) is a saturated monocarboxylic acid used in cosmetics, food emulsifiers, and pharmaceutical creams. HTS 2915.70.01 covers this pure chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a). Supplied as ivory-colored flakes melting at 62-63°C.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Glyceryl stearate self-emulsifying (SE) is a mono/di-glyceride ester of stearic acid used as oil-in-water emulsifier in creams and lotions. Classifies under HTS 2915.70.01 as stearic acid ester; chapter note prioritizes acid-function parent. Common in O/W cosmetic emulsions.
Magnesium Stearate USP
Magnesium stearate USP grade is the magnesium salt of stearic acid used as lubricant in tablet compression for pharmaceuticals. HTS 2915.70.01 classification follows chapter note for organic acid metal salts. Meets USP <88> heavy metals and microbial limits.