Emulsifier Sucrose Stearate / Sucrose stearate ester
Products Description
Sucrose Stearate is made by esterifying sucrose (table sugar) with stearic acid, which is derived from vegetable sources like palm oil or coconut oil.
Sucrose Stearate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in skincare and personal care products. It is formed by the esterification of sucrose (table sugar) with stearic acid, a saturated fatty acid derived from vegetable sources. Sucrose Stearate helps blend oil and water-based ingredients, improving the texture and stability of formulations such as creams, lotions, and emulsions. It has excellent emollient properties, providing a smooth and luxurious feel to the skin.
BASIC ANALYSIS
| Item | Specification | Result |
| Appearance | White to yellowish-brown powder or granules | Conform |
| Odor | Tasteless or slightly greasy | Conform |
| Acid value (mg KOH/g) | ≤6.0 | 0.1 |
| Residue on ignition (%) | ≤4.0 | 2.5 |
| Moisture (%) | ≤4.0 | 1.0 |
| Total arsenic (As, mg/kg) | ≤1.0 | 0.004 |
| Pb,mg/kg | ≤2.0 | 0.06 |
Benefits
- Very mild, PEG-free emulsifier & co-emulsifier for O/W creams and lotions.
- Excellent moisturizing and film forming properties. Slight foaming properties.
- Functions primarily as emulsifier for O/W emulsions, but works also as co-emulsifier in W/O emulsions.
- Very stable and compatible with blends of performance ingredients, fragrance, acids, and base.
Application
Sucrose Stearate is widely used in the cosmetics and personal care industry for its versatile properties. As an emulsifier, it helps create stable formulations by effectively blending water and oil-based ingredients in products like lotions, creams, and moisturizers. Its stabilizing capabilities prevent product separation and improve texture and consistency. Additionally, Sucrose Stearate acts as an emollient, providing a smooth, velvety feel to the skin. Its non-irritating nature makes it suitable for sensitive skin products. Furthermore, this ingredient enhances the spreadability and absorption of cosmetic products, ensuring a pleasant user experience and contributing to the overall quality and effectiveness of the formulations.
Creams, lotions, hair care product, baby care products, sun care products.
