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potassium stearate
octadecanoic acid, potassium salt (1:1)

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CAS Number: 593-29-3Picture of molecule3D/inchi
ECHA EINECS - REACH Pre-Reg:209-786-1
FDA UNII: 17V812XK50
Nikkaji Web:J43.176A
Molecular Weight:322.57365000
Formula:C18 H35 K O2
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Category:binders, emulsifiers, and anticaking agents
 
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FDA Mainterm (SATF):593-29-3 ; POTASSIUM STEARATE
FDA Regulation:
FDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Subpart G--Gums, Chewing Gum Bases and Related Substances
Sec. 172.615 Chewing gum base.


FDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Subpart I--Multipurpose Additives
Sec. 172.863 Salts of fatty acids.


FDA PART 173 -- SECONDARY DIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED IN FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Subpart D--Specific Usage Additives
Sec. 173.340 Defoaming agents.


FDA PART 175 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: ADHESIVES AND COMPONENTS OF COATINGS
Subpart C--Substances for Use as Components of Coatings
Sec. 175.300 Resinous and polymeric coatings.


FDA PART 179 -- IRRADIATION IN THE PRODUCTION, PROCESSING AND HANDLING OF FOOD
Subpart C--Packaging Materials for Irradiated Foods
Sec. 179.45 Packaging materials for use during the irradiation of prepackaged foods.


FDA PART 181 -- PRIOR-SANCTIONED FOOD INGREDIENTS
Subpart B--Specific Prior-Sanctioned Food Ingredients
Sec. 181.29 Stabilizers.
 
Physical Properties:
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
logP (o/w): 4.130 (est)
Soluble in:
 water, 2.669 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
 
Organoleptic Properties:
Odor and/or flavor descriptions from others (if found).
 
Cosmetic Information:
CosIng:cosmetic data
Cosmetic Uses: cleansing agents
surfactants
surfactant - emulsifying
 
Suppliers:
American International Chemical, LLC.
Potassium Stearate
BOC Sciences
For experimental / research use only.
potassium stearate, pure Purity >98%
Foodchem International
Potassium Stearate
Silver Fern Chemical
Potassium Stearate
Odor: characteristic
Use: Potassium Stearate is primarily used as a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It is found in many personal care and cosmetic applications. It can also be used in some rubber manufacturing and as a base for textile softeners.
Viva Corporation
Potassium Stearate
 
Safety Information:
 
Hazards identification
 
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
 
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Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined
 
Safety in Use Information:
Category:
binders, emulsifiers, and anticaking agents
Recommendation for potassium stearate usage levels up to:
 not for fragrance use.
 
Recommendation for potassium stearate flavor usage levels up to:
 not for flavor use.
 
Safety References:
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Re-evaluation of sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids (E 470a) and magnesium salts of fatty acids (E 470b) as food additives
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):593-29-3
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
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Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :23673840
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WGK Germany:1
potassium octadecanoate
Chemidplus:0000593293
 
References:
 potassium octadecanoate
NIST Chemistry WebBook:Search Inchi
Canada Domestic Sub. List:593-29-3
Pubchem (cid):23673840
Pubchem (sid):134978033
 
Other Information:
(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
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FooDB:FDB011515
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Potential Blenders and core components note
None Found
 
Potential Uses:
 emulsifying agents
 surfactants
 
Occurrence (nature, food, other):note
 not found in nature
 
Synonyms:
 octadecanoic acid potassium salt (1:1)
 octadecanoic acid, potassium salt
 octadecanoic acid, potassium salt (1:1)
 potassium octadecanoate
 steadan 300
 stearic acid potassium salt
 stearic acid, potassium salt
 
 
Notes:
Used in foods as a binder, emulsifier, anticaking agent, defoaming agent and masticatory substance
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