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Hystrene® 5522 Flake

Hystrene® 5522 Flake is a high-purity, vegetable-derived stearic acid in flake form, offering excellent stability, emollience, and ease of incorporation.

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Product Overview

Hystrene® 5522 saturated and unsaturated fatty acids have excellent oxidative and thermal stability, making them useful in countless sensitive applications. This grade is characterized by a blend of behenic acid and arachidic acid, which is approximately 55%. In cosmetics and skin care, Hystrene® 5522 Flake offers soothing, and moisturizing properties, and a protective barrier against the environment.

Specifications

  • Appearance: Flakes, molten
  • Color: White
  • Acid Number: 178 – 185
  • Gardner Color: 0 – 3
  • Iodine Value: 0 – 4
  • Titer: 60°C – 63°C
  • Unsaponifiables: 0 – 1.5%
  • Water: 0 – 0.20%
  • CAS Number: 112-85-6
  • Melting Point: 58°C – 65°C (135°F – 150°F)
  • Boiling Point: >250 °C (482 °F)
  • Flash Point: 204 °C (399 °F)
  • Water Solubility: Insoluble
  • VOC Content: 0

Features & Benefits

Features:
  • High-purity stearic acid (>99%)
  • Vegetable-derived, triple-pressed
  • Flake form for easy handling and incorporation
  • Excellent oxidative and thermal stability
  • Suitable for vegetarian and vegan applications
  • Compliant with regulatory standards for food and personal care products
Benefits:
  • High emollience for skin and hair care products
  • Consistent quality and performance
  • Easy to incorporate and handle
  • Reliable and consistent source of stearic acid

Applications

Personal Care
  • Skin care: creams, lotions, moisturizers
  • Hair care: shampoos, conditioners, styling products
  • Cosmetics: makeup, foundations, eyeshadows
Food
  • Confectionery: chocolate, candies, coatings
  • Baked goods: pastries, cakes, cookies
  • Snack foods: crackers, chips, popcorn

Problems Solved

  • Difficulty finding a high-purity stearic acid for sensitive applications
  • Challenges with stability and oxidation in formulations
  • Difficulty handling and incorporating stearic acid in powder form
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
  • Finding a consistent and reliable source of stearic acid
  • Need for a high-emollience ingredient for skin and hair care products

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