Emersol 132 USP Lily Stearic Acid maintains light color despite rigors of bulk handling. Now the economics of bulk handling stearic acid can be realized without sacrificing product quality because of the unmatched color stability of Emersol 132 Stearic Acid. Bulk han dling versus the handling of flake or powder in bags or cartons results in
lower unit prices plus substantial savings in labor handling and ease of product transfer. The changes in the light initial color of Emersol 132 from shipment to use are minimal as shown by data in the accompanying table.
Emersol 132 USP Lily Stearic Acid Properties After Molten Storage
Sample
Metal
Atmosphere
Color, % Trans., 440 mmu
AOCS Color Stability
A Β C D Ε F G H I
None None None Alum. Alum. Alum. 316 St. Steel 316 St. Steel 316 St. Steel
Air C02 N2 Air C0 2 N2 Air C0 2 N2
93.5 96.0 94.0 93.5 94.5 96.0 89.0 96.0 96.0
81 89 92 77 86 89 81 87 89
Original sample color 96. 200g sample in 16-ounce bottle, aged seven days at 70°C with atmosphere and metal strip as designated. Cubic feet stearic acid/square foot area metal — 0.22, typical value for 60,000 lb. storage tank = 2.3. 8
C&EN JULY 19, 1971
Another test proves the color degradation of Emersol 132 is only 3-4 units on a % transmittance scale after being held at 65° =*= 2°C for more than six weeks, a condition typical of bulk handling. (Data upon request.) Emersol 132 also offers purity, excellent oxidation stability, low odor, low iodine value, and un matched uniformity from batch to batch. "A little extra everything, except price!" For valuable tips on the bulk handling of Emersol 132, send for the new brochure just off the press, "Packaging, Shipping, and Han dling of Emery Fatty Acids". Check coupon to receive your copy.
