Specialty Grade

12-Hydroxystearic Acid

12-HSA

CAS No.106-14-9
EC No.203-366-1
HSN No.29157040

A high-performance fatty acid derived from hydrogenated castor oil. 12-Hydroxystearic Acid (12-HSA) is widely used as a thickening agent and rheology modifier in lubricants, paints, coatings and rubber applications. It possesses excellent thermal stability and viscosity modification properties, making it a critical component in lithium and calcium grease manufacturing.

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12-Hydroxystearic Acid

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Excellent thickening and rheology modification
High thermal stability
Good viscosity modification properties
Effective gelling agent for oils and fats
Derived from renewable castor oil feedstock
Broad compatibility across formulations

Typical Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Acid Value (Fresh Sample)175 Min
Saponification Value175–185
Hydroxyl Value (Fresh Sample)155 Min
Iodine Value5 Max
Color Gardner4 Max
Specific Gravity @ 27°C0.935–0.945
Unsaponifiable Matter1% Max
Moisture0.10% Max
Melting Point72°C

Values shown are typical and may vary by manufacturer and grade. Final supply shall be governed by the mutually approved specification and batch COA.

Applications

Manufacture of multipurpose lithium, calcium, and lithium complex greases
Manufacture of acrylic polymers and other specialty polymers
Internal lubricant in processing and molding of plastics
Aqueous and non-aqueous coating systems for automotive, industrial and architectural applications
Shrink-resistant treatment for wool and textile finishing
Coating formulations for interior of metal food and beverage containers (subject to applicable regulatory approvals)
Activator and internal lubricant in natural and synthetic rubber compounds
Rheology modifier (thixotropic agent) in inks, coatings and related formulations
Manufacture of esters, ethoxylates, sulfates and specialty chemical derivatives for use in plasticizers, textiles, cosmetics, lubricants and metalworking fluids

Packaging Options

  • 25 kg bags
  • 50 kg bags
  • Custom packaging as per customer requirement

Industries Served

Lubricants & GreasesPaints & CoatingsPlastics & RubberTextilesCosmetics & Personal CareInks & AdhesivesMetalworking FluidsFood Packaging Coatings

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