Potassium Stearate (C₁₈H₃₅KO₂) is the potassium salt of stearic acid and is supplied as a white powder. Due to its water solubility and excellent emulsifying, dispersing, and surfactant properties, it is widely used in a variety of industrial and consumer applications. It helps form stable emulsions, improves formulation uniformity, and prevents the separation of oil and water phases. In addition, it provides cleansing, foaming, and wetting properties, contributing to enhanced product texture and stability. Potassium Stearate is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products such as creams, lotions, soaps, shampoos, and skincare formulations. It is also utilized in pharmaceutical applications as a processing aid and lubricant, in industrial cleaners for grease removal, and in the rubber and plastics industries as a lubricant and mold-release agent.
Potassium stearate
