12 Hydroxy Stearic Acid

12-HSA is chemically 12-HYDROXY STEARIC ACID. It is a wax like odourless, tasteless compound. It is supplied as cream coloured flakes.

Specifications

Physical Properties

Molecular Weight
Melting point 

300
70 °C Min

Chemical Properties

Acid Value
Iodine Value

Saponification Value
Hydroxyl Value

175 Min
30 Max

180 Max
150 Min

Color

Acetyl Value
Colour ASTM

Colour in 1" Lovibond
Cell
Color Gardner

135 Max
Matches 2.5 units

20 Yellow, 4 Red Max.
(for direct melt)
4 max

GLC Analysis

Palmitic Acid
Stearic Acid

Oleic Acid
Arachidic

12-Keto Stearic Acid
12-Hydroxy Stearic Acid

1-1.30%
8-11%

0.1-0.3%
0.20% Max

4% Max
83-87%

Applications

  • LUBRICATION: 12-HSA can be used where JAYCASWAX is used, with better results. It can be used in glycerine free multi-purpose lithium, barium & calcium premium greases, eg. Greases for aircraft and automobiles etc., providing excellent, resistance to water, oils solvents, crude petroleum etc., wide temperature range stability and high drop point.
  • PAINTS: 12-HSA is reacted with acrylic esters to produce hard, durable thermosetting polymers used in the high quality automotive, industrial appliance and metal decorative finishes.
  • RUBBERS: 12-HSA functions as an activator and internal lubricant for natural & synthetic rubbers.

  • OTHERS: 12-HSA is also useful in Polishes, Inks & Hot Melt Adhesives and as a Saturated hydroxylated substitute for stearic acid.

Packaging
12 HSA is supplied in 25 Kg reinforced paper bags/jumbo bags of 500 Kgs / 1 000 Kgs.


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