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China, India, and the United States are the leading exporters of sodium stearate, collectively accounting for over 60% of global export value in 2023–2024, while Germany, South Korea, and Mexico represent the largest importers. Imports into Southeast Asia and Latin America have expanded steadily since 2022, coinciding with moderate upward pressure on sodium stearate prices amid tightening supply from key Asian producers.
Sodium stearate is a white, waxy solid with a faint soapy odor, typically supplied as flakes, powders, or pellets; it has a melting point of approximately 250–270 °C (with decomposition) and is non-volatile under ambient conditions. It is the sodium salt of stearic acid and is classified as a metallic soap and anionic surfactant. Primarily used as a key ingredient in bar soaps, detergents, and personal care formulations, it functions as a thickener, emulsifier, and gelling agent. It also serves as a lubricant in pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing and as a catalyst or processing aid in polymer production, particularly in polyolefin and rubber compounding. Typical application areas include household and industrial cleaning products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and plastics processing.
Sodium Stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid. it functions as a binder, emulsifier, and anticaking agent. it is used as a plasticizer in chewing gum base.
white to off-white powder
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals. See more about what is Sodium stearate and Sodium stearate SDS information.
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