Sodium Stearate
Soap Base Emulsifier
Anionic Surfactant

Sodium Stearate

Premium soap base and emulsifier derived from high-quality stearic acid. Essential ingredient for traditional soap manufacturing, cosmetic formulations, and personal care products requiring excellent cleansing properties and stable emulsification.

  • Premium Soap Base
  • Excellent Emulsification
  • High Purity Grade
  • Natural Origin
  • Versatile Applications
  • Cosmetic Grade Quality

Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Sodium Stearate
CAS Number: 822-16-2
EINECS Number: 212-490-5
Active Matter Content: 98-102%
Physical State: White to off-white powder/flakes
Molecular Weight: 306.46 g/mol
pH (1% solution): 10.0-11.5
Melting Point: 245-255°C
Bulk Density: 0.4-0.6 g/cm³
Moisture Content: ≤ 2.0%
Free Fatty Acid: ≤ 2.5%
Free Alkali (as NaOH): ≤ 1.0%
Inorganic Salt: ≤ 8.0%
Solubility: Soluble in hot water
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301B)
Packaging Options: 25kg bags, 500kg big bags

Applications

Soap Manufacturing
Hand Soaps
Emulsifying Agent
Thickening Agent
Industrial Applications
Anionic Surfactant
Household Cleaners
Stabilizing Agent
Hair Care Products
Commercial Formulations
Processing Aid
Traditional Soap Base

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized Sodium Stearate grades tailored for traditional soap manufacturing and industrial applications, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across diverse cleaning and processing applications.

Soap Manufacturing Grade
Active Matter: 99-102% Free Alkali: ≤ 1.0% Quality: Premium Application: Toilet soaps
Industrial Grade
Active Matter: 98-100% Performance: High efficiency Cost: Economical Application: Industrial processes
Household Grade
Active Matter: 98-101% Purity: Enhanced Safety: Consumer safe Application: Household cleaners
Technical Grade
Active Matter: 98-100% Function: Processing aid Stability: Enhanced Application: Technical applications

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Sodium Stearate is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international standards including USP, FCC, and industry-specific specifications for soap manufacturing and industrial applications.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
USP/FCC Standards Compliance
98-102% Active Matter Content
Advanced Soap Testing
Superior Soap Base Properties
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
Moisture-Controlled Storage

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Sodium Stearate exhibits exceptional soap base properties essential for premium soap manufacturing and cleansing applications. Its unique stearic acid-derived structure provides superior hardness, excellent lather quality, and exceptional skin compatibility in traditional and modern soap formulation systems.

Soap Base Properties
Bar Hardness: Excellent structural integrity
Lather Quality: Rich, stable foam
Cleansing Power: Effective soil removal
Conditioning Effect: Mild skin conditioning
Physical Properties
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 100°C
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Solubility: Good water solubility
Active Content: ≥95% pure sodium stearate
Manufacturing Performance
Processing Ease: Excellent manufacturing properties
Batch Consistency: Uniform quality parameters
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
Natural Origin: Derived from natural stearic acid
Purity Specifications
Total Impurities: ≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Free Stearic Acid: ≤ 3.0%
Soap Grade Purity: ≥ 95% active
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (unopened)
Moisture Sensitivity: Requires dry storage
Temperature Stability: Stable 15-30°C
Container Compatibility: Moisture-proof containers

Performance Characteristics

Comprehensive performance metrics demonstrate Sodium Stearate superiority in soap manufacturing applications with exceptional hardness properties, lather quality, and manufacturing consistency across diverse traditional and modern soap formulations.

Bar Hardness

Hardness rating: Superior structural integrity

Excellent bar firmness
Lather Quality

Foam stability: Rich, persistent lather

Superior foam characteristics
Longevity

Bar life: Extended usage period

Long-lasting soap bars
Biodegradability

Degradation rate: 99%+ in 28 days

Excellent environmental profile
Batch Consistency

Variation: ±0.5% between batches

Soap grade reproducibility
Processing Efficiency

Manufacturing ease: Optimized processing

Excellent manufacturing properties

Safety Information

Traditional soap base derived from stearic acid, generally recognized as safe for topical applications. Well-tolerated and suitable for regular use in soap manufacturing and personal care applications. Handle with standard protective equipment and maintain good hygiene practices. Approved for soap manufacturing.

Traditional Safe
Soap Base
Natural Origin

Storage & Handling

Store in original moisture-proof containers in a cool, dry area away from humidity and temperature fluctuations. Keep containers tightly sealed and maintain stable conditions. Use standard soap manufacturing equipment and ensure proper handling procedures for optimal soap base performance.

Cool, dry storage (15-30°C)
Moisture control essential
Soap-grade containers
Standard manufacturing procedures

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sodium Stearate operates through classical soap chemistry, providing gentle cleansing and emulsification properties with natural stearic acid origin for traditional and premium personal care applications.

Soap Chemistry

Traditional saponification-based cleansing mechanism

Natural soap formation and gentle cleansing
Emulsification

Excellent emulsifying and stabilizing properties

Enhanced formulation stability
pH Buffering

Natural pH buffering for skin compatibility

Maintains optimal alkaline balance
Thickening Action

Viscosity building and texture enhancement

Improved formulation body and feel

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global market access with complete documentation packages supporting international cosmetic and food-grade standards with validated safety profiles.

INCI Listed

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients compliance

Food Grade

Food-grade specifications and cosmetic compliance

FDA Approved

Food and Drug Administration regulatory acceptance

EU Compliant

European Union cosmetic and food regulation compliance

Safety Assessment

Complete toxicological and food-grade safety documentation

Natural Origin

Stearic acid-derived with natural origin certification

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's soap chemistry experts provide comprehensive technical support, application guidance, and customization services to optimize Sodium Stearate performance in your traditional and modern formulations.

Soap Formulation
  • Traditional soap system design
  • Emulsification optimization studies
  • pH adjustment protocols
  • Natural soap enhancement
Application Support
  • Processing parameter optimization
  • Compatibility testing services
  • Scale-up technical guidance
  • Quality control method development
Technical Consultation
  • Soap chemistry selection
  • Traditional formulation guidance
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
  • Natural soap training
Supply Solutions
  • Food-grade packaging
  • Natural origin documentation
  • Custom stearate grades
  • Global soap ingredient supply

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Sodium Stearate production emphasizes complete sustainability through renewable stearic acid sourcing, traditional soap chemistry, and biodegradable formulation for eco-friendly applications.

Renewable Sourcing

Stearic acid-based renewable feedstock utilization

Water Efficiency

Advanced process water recycling and treatment systems

Clean Manufacturing

Traditional soap chemistry with minimal environmental impact

Biodegradability

Completely biodegradable with marine safety

Natural Chemistry

Traditional soap synthesis pathway

Eco Packaging

Sustainable containers and minimal packaging footprint

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's soap manufacturing facility employs traditional chemistry control and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent Sodium Stearate quality and purity across all production batches.

Soap Processing

Controlled saponification of stearic acid with sodium hydroxide

Precise molecular structure and soap purity
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including soap value and emulsification properties

Performance validation and stearate verification
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 with food-grade and cosmetic standards

Continuous improvement and soap traceability
Food-Grade Packaging

Food-grade containers with stearate protection

Contamination prevention and stability assurance

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive market data demonstrating Sodium Stearate effectiveness across traditional and modern applications with quantified emulsification metrics and validated soap chemistry performance.

Traditional Soaps
Market Share: 95% in traditional soap systems Performance: Superior emulsification and cleansing Efficacy: 98% soap formulation success
Food Applications
Applications: 150+ food-grade formulations Performance: Enhanced emulsification and stability Quality: Superior food-grade standards
Cosmetic Products
Efficiency: 93% improved emulsification profile Quality: Natural origin certification Applications: Premium cosmetic formulations

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Quality

Consistently exceeds soap chemistry standards with exceptional purity and emulsification performance characteristics

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed food-grade ingredient availability with strategic inventory management and flexible production

Technical Expertise

Dedicated soap chemistry team provides application support and traditional formulation services

Food-Grade Validation

Complete food-grade documentation with global regulatory compliance and soap validation

Global Standards

International compliance with food-grade and cosmetic specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with traditional formulators and soap chemistry development services