Application:

12-Hydroxy Stearic Acid finds applications in a wide variety of uses. 

• In the manufacture of multipurpose Lithium and Calcium greases
• In the manufacture of acrylic polymers
• As an internal lubricant for moulding of plastics
• Aqueous & non aqueous coatings for automotive, equipment, appliances and architectural applications
• As a shrink resistant treatment for wool
• As coating liners for the interior of metal food and beverage containers.
• Aviator and internal lubricant for natural and synthetic rubbers.
• As a theology modifier for Inks
• In the manufacture of specialty chemicals such as esters, ethoxylates, sulfates etc. for plasticizers, textile, cosmetics and metal working operations.