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CAS: 57-11-4
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Chemistry: Stearic acid
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| Core field | Recorded information |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Stearic acid Source ↗ |
| CAS number | 57-11-4 Source ↗ |
| Synonyms | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Molecular formula | C18H36O2 Source ↗ |
| Molecular weight | 284.5 Source ↗ |
| IUPAC name | octadecanoic acid Source ↗ |
| PubChem CID | 5281 Source ↗ |
| Identity sources | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5281 Source ↗ Source reference recorded for this record's scope; source freshness is a separate review. |
| Uses | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Hazards | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Appearance | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Density | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Melting point | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Boiling point | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| Solubility | Not yet recorded / may not apply |
| SDS/TDS | Stearic acid — reference SDS Source ↗ CAS 57-11-4 identity reference. Document product: Stearic acid. Matches the generic substance identity, not every supplier grade. Confirm physical form, purity, stabilizers and regional applicability for your actual material. |
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